As I watched the second Inauguration of President Barack Obama on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day, I can honestly say that I was in historical awe.
While most people were mesmerized by the “pageantry” (that was the most used word by news reporters) of the events, I was basking in the historical significance of what was happening.
President Obama & Dr. King
The 1st obviously African-American President of the United States (Pres. Obama is NOT the first black president of the United States or the first president with black blood running through his veins) starting his second term on the day we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the drum major for justice, was a fantastic sight to see.
Emancipation Proclamation
THEN, we acknowledge 150 years of the Emancipation Proclamation. And while I’m on this subject, can I just say that while Abe should be recognized for the freeing of slaves, it should be noted that he did it because he HAD to, not because he WANTED to. It was purely a financial decision. So, honest Abe should not be glorified as slavery’s savior.
Harold Washington
THEN, Chicago is celebrating 30 years of Harold Washington, the first black mayor of Chicago. From what I read and heard, Harold was truly for the people and the people were for him. He was the ish!
Can you understand why I’m in historical awe? It’s emotionally overwhelming but AMAZING!
I do wonder where the women in history are. I’ll do the research and find out and share it with you. In the meantime, I will happily remain in historical awe.
What were your thoughts as you watched the Inauguration?
Images: eurweb.com, loc.gov, sneakergodz1
Marcie,
Thanks for identifying the feeling for me; I felt pretty much the same as you. . The picture Is so fitting. We should each be willing to do our part to continue fulfilling the dream. Thanks
It’s great to know that I wasn’t the only person viewing events from a historical perspective. Also, I am working on seeing the dream come to life.