Charmer

America has never seen a candidate like Barack Obama. Not only would he be the first African American president, but he also brings a unique presence to the 2008 election race. Every time he speaks, I myself, am captivated. He demands attention. Many argue that leadership skills alone don't make a great president. I agree. However, I also think these people fail to look beyond the surface.  He's youthful, energetic; something new and different for a country that's looking for change. After seeing Obama on the cover of Rolling Stone, I was enthralled. His status seems to be interchangeable between presidential candidate and highly intellectual celebrity. This, to me, is a bonus. People will not just see him as the President, but as someone they idolize, someone they admire. Well at least I will. For this reason, the young people of America have been charmed by Obama. While we cannot ignore his ideals and campaign goals, the above qualities are notable. He seems like a genuine, down to earth guy who wants what's best not only for himself, but for us all.

"Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek." -Barack Obama