Historical Election

This past week our country witnessed perhaps the most historical election in our history. That is because, for the first time ever, an african american has been elected president of the United States. This change brought about in our country is a very big step in the way we percieve difference and equality. This election was very popular in many ways. We saw a dramatic increase in voter turnout, especially the african american and young vote. It's good to see that our country is still widely affected by the minority and young influence. Maya Angelou once said, "Out of the huts of history's shame I rise Up from a past that's rooted in pain I rise." To me, this line from her poem relays a message that directly coorelates to this election. She talks about the pain of the past, and all the struggles and hardships her people went through. But she still rises, and stands up for herself. This election was a way for the african american population to use their voice that they weren't so sure they posessed. And by using that voice, they have forever changed the future of this country, side by side with every type of citizen living in the U.S.