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January 20, 2009
A Beautiful Day
It is a beautiful morning here in Houston, Texas - crisp and clear as a bell.
An equally beautiful, and frankly amazing sight, is the sea of Americans who have filled their National Mall in Washington to celebrate the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States. Obama's swearing in today is an enormous moment in the history of this country. It offers the nation the chance to perhaps exorcise some demons from its troubled past concerning race.
Beyond today's huge symbolism, Obama's assuming the reigns of government, bolstered by large majorities in Congress, likely means substantial changes in policy following the George W. Bush presidency. Hallelujah.
President Obama takes office at a difficult time for the country. The tasks before him are enormous. He will make mistakes. He is a person, however, of enormous talent and capability who has surrounded himself with the best.
We send warm congratulations to Washington, and hope for success in his administration.
Welcome, Mr. President. Best wishes and God's speed.
Posted by houtopia at January 20, 2009 07:52 AM