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Obama I been laudin'

A black face in a white place
OH! Obama, you've got my vote
Although you can't erase the ugly scar of slavery
you can bring change to a sad nation.

You are hope for the hopeless

you are peace.

Your vision is clear

your time draws near.

your chances are not remote.

When all is said and done, if you have won

remember what it was that got you there.

Ignore the bigots and the hater,s

 concentrate on healing your nation.

A vote for Barack Obama is a vote for change.

America needs change more than anything.

 

 




 

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not the greatest work of mine, but I saw your contest and thought I would give it a go off the top of my head- I am at work afterall .

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  • NomDePlume silver member
    February 25, 2008

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    Bravo!

    Makes me want to stand up and sing Oh Canada! errrr..
    Star spangled banner???

    He has to win out over Billory! Though undoubtedly our taxes will go up either way...sigh.....


  • Pamela A Lamppa silver member
    February 18, 2008

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    You have made a wonderful statement in this poem. Obama is truly a vote for much needed change in this country. Well done. ~Pamela


  • WisdomWarrior
    February 17, 2008

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    This is very well focused on peace and equality and a reminder that all races marched with Dr. King in the fight for equal rights and representation. Thank you for both the poem and the reminder.

    One Love,

    John


  • poetryality silver member
    February 17, 2008

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    I love your emotional support and the passion which you've used as motivation to write. I do hope that Obama helps the people make the changes that are much needed in America, and world wide. I pray he will do as he promises.

    I have learned not to place my trust in man for change, and I've learned (the hard way) that I can only change me. I can however work for progress in this country, that is my dearest wish. That we move toward a nation that considers all its people.

    A very thought-provoking work here poet. Yes, there is change in your words. Thank you for this entry and I wish you the best in the challenge.


    Much Love & Respect ♥

    Renee