MORNINGMANIAC's Blog

As the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. approaches us I am reminded that in many facets of our country's being--his dream has become reality including the democratic process...

Taking a closer look at the race on the Democratic side we see the diversity at the top as the front runners Hilary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama symbolize what Dr. King lived and ultimately died for...The right to pursue whatever our dream is-regardless of race creed or color or even gender...

We certainly have made progress in the many years since his untimely departure and there are so many opportunities for people from all walks of life...Ironically, the candidates are battling over each others characterization of his legacy...but both seem to be reaping the rewards of his sacrifice....

Regardless of who wins we have witnessed an historical event--and although we may not see a woman or an african american president, there are many folks out there who think we may not have ever seen something like this during our lifetime...
Just the fact that they are serious candidates means monumental progress for our country...

How far we have come...On this birthday Dr. King would be proud...