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Facing Fears

Started by Karoli · 1 year ago

When I first heard Barack Obama speak at the 2004 Democratic convention I turned to my kids and told them to watch him now, because one day he would be running for President. Earlier this year, before I’d made up my mind which candidate to support, I confessed to my middle son that as [...] ... Continue reading »

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  • Excellent post!
    I know I've felt the same way, many times, when I've watched Obama get up on a stage or walking into a crowd of people. I actually flinched in anticipation of what I was afraid of.

    I want to move forward in confidence. I want our country to move forward in confidence. I'm tired of being assaulted with the Bush admin fear card.
  • I agree. We can take a risk or stand still. My money is on the risk.
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