The Right Woman for the Job

[Just Wondering]

Just minutes ago, Senator Clinton gave a speech endorsing Senator Obama to be the next president of these United States. In the afterglow of her grace and graciousness, it occurs to me that I have yet to publicly express congratulations to Senator Obama and I do so now, without reservation. Senator Clinton's speech was not simply an endorsement of Obama, however. It was yet another glimpse of one of her strengths: leading by example. I am grateful for her example.

Her moving speech was a heartfelt thank you to her supporters. Her recitation of the littany of issues we are facing in this country demonstrated her deep understanding of the problems and concerns average Americans have come to her to share; concerns she has taken up, examined, and determined to alleviate. It was a remarkable speech in that it was, first and foremost, not about the political players, but about the people they serve.

I had the opportunity to say to a friend of mine a couple of nights ago, "You know, the 'first' anybody trying to break through a barrier always gets beat up." Because that is true, we shouldn't have been surprised that Senator Clinton had to endure sexism and ignorance and the kinds of criticisms that often were only real or relevant in the imaginations of her critics. It is unfortunate that so many of those critics hold places of responsibility for "informing" the American public. It is unfortunate, but not surprising. Clinton was willing to enter the fight, get "beat up," and crack that glass ceiling to make it easier, not just for the next woman who runs, but for the next 'first' anybody trying to break a barrier. That next 'first' anybody is Barack Obama. Hillary Clinton wants him to be our next president ... that's good enough for me.

Thank you Senator Clinton for all you have done and will continue to do on behalf of all Americans. You are, quite simply, a woman for this time. My daughter will owe you more than she will know, and more than even I can anticipate.

[EmilyD]

Sorry to be so slow on commenting. I haven't visited here in 10 days. I'm dashing about getting ready for a festival. As for your question I'm sure Obama is seriously considering Clinton, and well he should. He actually has an excellent pool of VP candidates to choose from. I expect he'll pick someone he feels he can work with and who's contacts, skills, and expertise balances his own. Frankly I'll be so happy to see these REpublican crooks move out of the People's House come January 20, 2009, I almost don't care who he picks!

[Just Wondering]

Thanks EmilyD. If this question isn't too nosey, who would you like for Obama to choose as a running mate? As distraught as many Clinton supporters are, I really believe she is his best option. It's tough for me to be objective, but I just think he would be foolish not to seriously consider her, especially in light of the CNN poll that indicated that MOST Democrats would like for him to do just that. Interesting times ...

[EmilyD]

Nicely put!