A ’special’ but very ordinary person endorses Obama
With the cut and thrust of a hard fought campaign it’s sometimes all too easy to forget what it’s all really for. The endorsement of big names like Bill Richardson make headlines, but sometimes, just sometimes, an ordinary voter’s endorsement can remind you that it’s not about power politics, it’s about the people.
The following video endorsement comes from a young man who lives in Philadelphia who has been badgering his brother, Will, endlessly about Barack Obama and apparently demanded that he make this short film (and subtitle it so that he can be understood). He has Downes Syndrome, but as his brother says on his blog, he’s an excellent judge of character.
Dan Drinker Endorses Barack Obama from WDrinker on Vimeo.
Daniel is of course opening himself to the potential ridicule of millions by publicising that endorsement. People can be cruel and spiteful, particularly of people who differ from themselves, but just as most black people sadly have to take racism in their stride, I’m sure Daniel has had to endure his own share of ignorant barbs in his short life. Go Daniel! Go ‘bama!
Sadly, entry to Obama’s rallies are as difficult to get as tickets to the latest pop sensation’s concerts, but we’re starting the campaign right here, right now, to get Daniel a chance to see Barack Obama in the flesh, and maybe even meet Barack, at one of the forthcoming Pennsylvania events.
Oh, and Daniel’s Mum; you’re planning to vote for the wrong person! If we’re successful in getting Daniel tickets to one of Obama’s rallies, can you accompany him please? You need to hear why Daniel, and millions of other ordinary people are backing Barack!