An American President

On August 29, 2008, on the 45th anniversary of Dr. King's I Have A Dream Speech, we witnessed together the final makings of American president. Yes, I am being presumptious and speaking it into existence.

After waiting a couple hours in line in the cool Denver sun with about 50,000 other CHANGE agents, I was spiritually calm and patient. This was one of those moments that you would not rush. People smiled and engaged in spontaneous conversations with each other. The air reflected the crisp spirit and tone of Barack Obama. Though you had the occasional whiners (McCain-like), they were overwhelmed with positive vibes.

It was an enormous undertaking to move over 60,000 through two entrances in one line. Upon entering the stadium, the maganamity of the moment was evident. The expectations were high. Other speakers went through the motions, but it was clear that it was Barack's night.

Barack Obama stepped into his stage with his comfortable professorial ease. His tone and delivery elevated to a contrasting substance and climaxed into an ultimatum on any future character assassinations. He reminded the nation and the world of our own personal power.

He closed his re-introduction acceptance speech with a promise to renew America's promise. He claimed his place and purpose. It was a seminal and transforming moment in the orchestra of American history.

We were witnesses and will be forever CHANGED by the making of this American president.