When Jeremiah Wright recently came under fire, Senator Obama quickly denounced him. He jumped on the Romney/Kennedy-esque religion speech as the media continuously played tapes of Wright's fiery rhetoric over and over. Reporters used their adjectives of choice in attempt to distance themselves from Wright in spite of their love for Obama. A frenzy erupted over some minor—and honest—quotes.
Right now there is an article circulating the internet that discusses what Martin Luther King, Jr. would be doing if he were alive today. He would be endorsing the most peaceful politicians and continuing to promote his platform advocating peace.
Every time I listen to Barack Obama—a daily practice—I feel like I'm listening to today's Martin Luther King, Jr. I'm waiting for the day that after the word "change" springs up one of the million times in each of his speeches, the words "So even though we face some difficulties of today and tomorrow..." follows.
