BBC News writer, Juliet Njeri, joins the hustle and bustle in the small town of Kogelo as its residents await the presidential election results in the United States. Although thousands of miles away from our nation, Kogelo has a closer connection to the elections than we think--Barack's father was born and raised in this west Kenyan village. The article highlights how the town has united to support Obama and also to help keep everyone updated with the political race. It is an uplifting article for Republicans or Democrats as it illustrates the power of togetherness and support.
As you read through, examine the pictures and reread the quotes. Notice how the people don't have much, and yet their so willing to share...it's very touching.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7708119.stm
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CNN actually had live feed from Kenya while all the votes were coming in tonight. It was so moving to see how excited and enthusiastic Kenyans were for Obama even though they are so far away. When CNN announced that Obama won, they ran throughout the streets celebrating. Even though they are not Americans, their enthusiasm was as if they were United States citizens. Kenyans must be so supportive for somone who they probably consider as "one of their own."
I just amazes me how hyped this election was, and how much it has been watched throughout the world. Colin Powell said this morning, "Obama didn't project himself as an African American candidate, but as the best candidate." That certainly doesn't change the fact that despite many people's concerns, last night as a great step in American history.
It's amazing to think that about 150 years ago, the great President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated because he was fighting for the freedom of slaves. And look how far we've come...
This article was really interesting. I wasn't able to watch the elections that night because of class, but it's awesome to see how much the US is affecting all other parts of the world, instead of thinking of being in our own bubble. Hopefully with a president that understands the people of another country and the people like him, a new face for America will be made. It is amazing how far we've come, and I really look forward to the next four years.
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