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hdplayer8

Why America Got it Right

Nov 05, 2008 19:34

I wrote the following e-mail to my family today; I HAD to say this...

Hello All.

I feel compelled to write this morning. I'm even emotional as I write; I have been since last night. (I hope no tears fall during my three classes today!)

No, I did not vote for Barack Obama. And I am confident that on the issues that matter to me--and to all Americans, ( Read more... )

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hoov15 November 6 2008, 00:56:40 UTC

"I thought about everyone who never felt like they had a voice before"

That's exactly how I felt. I don't know if it was the area I grew up in (and still live in,) or what, but I just felt like I was never allowed to speak up when I didn't agree or when I felt strongly about something. I only did when a teacher would ask for my opinion just so the class wouldn't be biased. I never thought I would be able to say that my voice mattered in this process and that it'd be hopeless forever. But my vote counted this time, Virginia was close. It still isn't real, that my vote counted, that I was not just allowed but encouraged to speak up.

And here's to making sure that we all get that chance to speak up and no matter the politics, that nobody has to feel like they need to be seen and not heard ever again.

Amen! hdplayer8 November 6 2008, 03:50:41 UTC

If I wanted to, I can still cry a great deal about this. Your last line rings true across our great country. Damn...this is amazing!

- Ruiz

wuts2comeofthis November 6 2008, 02:06:55 UTC

Yes. Just.. yes.
Thanks, Ruiz. :)

Wow... hdplayer8 November 6 2008, 03:51:34 UTC

Thank you so much for reading. And may I say how glad I am that you and Allen are finding life rewarding; I have always liked him.

Wasn't it great to be part of such a wonderful day?

- Ruiz

tenpaces November 6 2008, 03:34:34 UTC

This was the most beautiful thing I have read amidst a slew of uninformed crap that has bombarded me the past few days.

Shine on, you. I miss you and your logic.

Amazing! hdplayer8 November 6 2008, 03:53:00 UTC

Ten Paces is in the HOUSE!!!!! I miss reading your writing. Please -- write so I can read more. The more Hoovahs we have writing, the better.

Thank you for such a sincere comment. You are missed. A lot.

- Ruiz

lostinmyworld53 November 6 2008, 15:21:30 UTC

It's amazing to know I was alive for--and participated in--the election of our nation's first black president! I love it! It's so refreshing to see such excitement and such hope from so many people. I'm anxious to see what the years ahead may hold for us.

P.s. I miss you!!

Wow... bhu_animalhugga November 6 2008, 20:59:16 UTC

I said it when you read it in class and I will say it again; wow...
This is truly a magnificent piece of artwork. I wish my family, even for just a moment, saw things with the depth and thoughtfulness that you do. I would be honored to call you my blood because of pieces such as this. You are truly insightful and have a wonderful way with words. I look forward to future writings from you Ruiz. This is going to be the most productive year for me by far. Past teachers have taught as tradition tells them to, but you go your own way and that is truly a gift.

Love,
Lindsay