Obama-mania

“History will remember you not by what you had destroyed but by what you had built”

“We are a nation of Christians, Muslims, Jews, Hindus and non believers”

“Those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent — know that you are on the wrong side of history”

These were some of the quotes from the legend named 'Barack Hussain Obama'. This is the first time I could recognize his middle name (I hope it would help me improve my GK for further use). Obama is 44th president of USA and his swearing ceremony could be called as a great extravaganza. Never in the history of World (as far as I know) had seen such a huge gathering (nearly 2 million people) in front of 'The Capitol' where Obama took an oath by firmly placing his left hand on 'Lincoln Bible', along with her wife who was holding the Bible and smiling with pride.

We have heard many swearing ceremonies before that are held with bunch of politicians, diplomats and press people standing in front of the podium, but this ceremony was totally different. Apart from the difficulties that state authorities had faced to control the mob and sterilize the whole event from any misfortune, I feel, it takes a hell lot of courage to stand in front of 2 million people and promise them to fulfill their expectations. It feels great to see that 2 million people (including black and whites) dared to stand the chilly weather and thanked the almighty for Obama’s selection. Atleast 2 million people are united and standing for a common cause of their country’s prosperity.

At the age of 46, he looks very agile, calm and determined. Now compare this with our politicians, who represent the public just before finally descending to earth. How can we expect the courage, agility and boldness from these guys that are essential to run a big populous country? I don’t remember, when was the last time I was glued to the television to find out how our politician took a brave oath and occupy an auspicious place in the Indian government.

I would give full credit to the spirit of Americans and the political system of the country. It truly rocks..!!!