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In reply to the discussion: Krugman: Fiscal cliff 'has finally laid bare the con ... of the G.O.P.'s political strategy' [View all]CaptJasHook
(1,308 posts)There has been more pressure on President Obama then any president since FDR. And FDR had two things going for him that Obama has never had, Wealthy roots and White privilege.
I don't think any of us Caucasian Progressives can truly appreciate the historic peril Obama's first term as president has been subjected to. I am sure that to Michelle and Barack, failure as the first Black President is not an option, risk-taking is not an option. Playing into the Stereotypes has not been an option.
This man has been the epitome of Gentile, Diplomatic, Familial and Presidential. In the face of horrendous historical pressure and the constant abuse of a large, influential body of bigoted Americans, he has stood tall and made them look like the idiots that they are. He has forged a new path for minorities in this country and done so with dignity.
I think he deserves our patience, our gratitude and our trust.