Feature Writing: Obamania

The inauguration of President Obama is one that I will remember for many years to come. I really do not remember any inauguration of previous presidents mainly because I was too young to vote, and did not care to pay attention to the news at that age. Election 2008 was the first election I participated in, and during the presidential campaigns I realized how important it is for me to read the news and know what is going on in my country. 

I was fascinated to see how many people gathered at DC to witness this historical event. People showed up days before the inauguration, and flew in from all parts of the country, and even from across the world. I also saw a very diverse crowd: senior citizens, teenagers, children, college students, white, black, hispanics, asians, etc. I think the diversity sends a powerful message of hope, trust, and change in our country. 

Other countries even cloned President Obama to show their excitement and support of the new president. This shows that the 'Obamania' not only took place in the U.S., but also across the world.

By the end of the inauguration, I realized how true this moment in history really was. People in the crowds were crying, others closed their eyes to pray, and others simply held hands. 

I also found it interesting how people logged onto facebook and were sharing their thoughts throughout inauguration day. 

I appreciate that the FSC Communications Department allowed students to watch the inauguration in the lobby.

I realize that President Obama will have a lot of work to do during his term. A lot of people will be watching closely to see how much he accomplishes during his first 100 days in office. His expectations are high, but a lot of Americans are hopeful that President Obama will execute important decisions that will improve this country.