High Hopes
I was very interested in this years presidential race, because of the problems that this country faces. Back when the candidates were first vying for position, it was exciting to watch who was rising to the top. At the beginning I didn't think Mr. Obama had much of a chance being that he was young, unknown, inexperienced, etc. The more that I listen to him talk on the TV and the radio the more I become convince that this was the person, out of all the others, who had the character and the savvy to lead and remake this United States of America into a country that we all can be proud of again.
The book helped me get into his mind and way of thinking a bit. A very fast and insightful read. I would like for him to write more books ... Read More
Insightful
The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream (Vintage) is highly intellectual. Insights are very deep. I would just like to add a few things:
One has to view the race obsession lightly, it is not always someone's experience.
Obama is a wise man who himself has come to these conclusions - policies that are for everyone's good or are at least viewed that way will always be supported more than policies targeted at a community, as this tends to isolate or make individuals guilty.
Clearly Sees the Whole Picture
A close friend gave me The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream (Vintage) last week as an early holiday gift and I
can say now after reading it, it truly is a gift. I confess I did vote for Mr Obama because I felt he was the man to lead this country. After reading The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream (Vintage) I am more convinced then ever. He paints his vsion beautifully on these pages and best of all clearly sees the whole picture. So inspiring...I am now hopeful and excited for the future of this country.
My Hero
I am so proud to call Barack Obama my president. After reading The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream (Vintage) and giving out several copies to friends I am convinced that finally we have a man at the helm that has a clear vision to unify and uplift this country and the icing on the cake is that he actually 'cares' about the ordinary person and is so authentic. My hat off to you,Barack. I hope everyone reads The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream (Vintage) to get what i got out of it.
President-elect Barack Obama
I had a love/hate relationship with Obama! Years ago before I even heard of him I wanted Hillary Clinton to run for president. But then Obama won and I ended up agreeing with him just as much as I did for Clinton. In the Pennsylvania primary I had a tough choice on who to vote for. I respected both candidates mutually. I ended up voting for Clinton not because she wasn't black, but because I have been a supporter of hers for years. Anyhow The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream (Vintage) is great for both Democrats and Republicans. Even Republicans are realizing that we need some change in this country from the current direction of the Bush-controlled white house. Even McCain tried to distance himself from Bush and coencidentally Bush didn't appear at the Republican National ... Read More
