Obama nomination gives ‘goose bumps’

Posted on June 5, 2008
Filed Under Current Events

Bishop T.D. Jakes, the founder and senior pastor of The Potter’s House of Dallas, Texas had this to say about Senator Barack Obama being the first African American in history to lead a U.S. major-party ticket when he claimed the nomination for the Democratic Party for president of the United States.

“However, what I really hope people take away from that night is that this is not just a victory for African Americans, it is a victory for democracy that proves that our country provides possibilities for all people. It is also a sign that a metamorphosis is in progress. Today we saw that Americans respect experience, but are interested in change. I hope that we can somehow merge the best ideas of our differences and emerge with a president who epitomizes our highest and best ideals.”

Read full commentary on CNN.com