How incredible was it was to see Barack Obama sworn in as the 44th President of America!? It was a truly patriotic moment for the USA. It was moving to see the millions of people there waving flags and honoring this truly important man. AND...what an eloquent speaker that Mr. President is! Wow!
Not to take away from the grandeur but I do also want to mention how completely upsetting and annoying it is to hear so many people boo President Bush when the announcer welcomed him. I really think it is disgraceful that Americans, being so blessed, would actually think to try to humiliate a man that has spent the last 8 years of his life serving us. I understand people do not agree with some of his decisions and I even respect that people would protest against him during his office. Freedom of speech is important and a wonderful freedom we enjoy. But I do not think it is acceptable that on this day, a day that is a joyous celebration, for people to show this kind of action. I hardly doubt that Barack Obama enjoyed the booing. It was Barack Obama's special moment and not a moment to pay such disrespect to a leader on his way out. There is a time and a place...it was neither. Also, what the rest of the world must think of Americans, again, who are so blessed and yet they shame their own elected leader.
I would only hope that everyone will respect President Obama regardless of their political party, political ideology, race, or religion.
God Bless President Obama and God Bless America.
Proud to be an American on this very special day!
