"This is an opportunity for a new generation of leaders to step forward to remake America, combining the great traditions and values we share with a bold, hopeful vision of tomorrow," Sen. Dick Durbin said in a written statement.

Sen. Barack Obama has decided to join the race for the presidency in 2008. I believe he is the best choice for America to create a new generation of leaders and ideals that gets us away from the politics of today where only the rich and privelaged have a voice.

Some poeple say he is inexperienced because he hasn't been in Washington DC for 20 years, but I say that's what makes Obama the best choice! He isn't a product of all the corruption and bickering that today's so called leaders are and have been a part of for decades.

Obama is truly the Presidential choice away from the establishment and he has the smarts, the ideas, and charisma to bring America out of this rut domestically and globally. No more Hillary or Edwards or McCain or Guiliani--all those people care about are their own agendas and they have no care of what the American people want and need--which is a VOICE in the political process.

To be President, it takes more than medals, speeches, money, and experience--it takes a deep understanding of the average American and the issues we face in our daily lives and how we can come together, no matter our race, creed, or income-to make this nation what it should be--which is a new and shining hope for our generation and our future kids.

So I ask you to do your research, learn about Sen. Obama, and make your choice and start fighting for what you believe in, because if you don't, no one else will!

Peace,

Josh M

I saw him when he came to Burlington (vt) a while ago to do a speach, and damn it if he didnt play the whole audience like a puppet. Not in a bad way though, he was just extremely charismatic. I tend to not trust most politicians that I come across, but I really liked him. I'm definitely all for him going to the White House.