On the Democratic side, we believe that Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) would be a unifying leader, as he has demonstrated through his success among independent and Republican voters in the early primaries and through his record of public service in Illinois. Obama reminds us of the greatness of our country and points us toward what is possible to achieve if we can unite in common cause. He not only espouses change but also gives us hope that he can overcome the current partisan deadlock
and build a new coalition for change. We are also impressed with his ability to inspire and
engage young voters, who have been notorious for not participating in previous American elections.
Furthermore, Obama is the candidate most likely to improve America’s crumbling image abroad by representing an America more open to creating productive international partnerships.
Obama has been criticized for his relative lack of experience, naivete in foreign affairs as demonstrated by his willingness to talk with leaders of rogue states without conditions and stump speeches that some find longer on rhetoric than on real solutions. Though Obama is less of a known quantity than Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-N.Y.), we believe that the two would, as presidents, be likely to embrace similar policies. Since Obama has the greater potential for healing the divisions of the nation and moving us forward to a better day, we believe he would make the best candidate for the Democratic nomination.
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