By Any Means Necessary

"By any means necessary."

A phrase coined by one of the greatest figures in American history, Malcolm X. The theory behind that phrase has been picked up by some political candidates in recent weeks, as they launch attacks against the senator from Illinois in an attempt to end the momentum he is gaining daily. It's no secret, I am a Barack Obama supporter. Yes supporter, not an over zealous fan, or an irrational cult member. I have respected and admired Senator Obama since I first heard him speak during the 2004 Democratic National Convention. I believed in him then and I certainly believe in him now. Many criticisms have been made that Senator Obama is all smoke and mirrors. He is capable of giving an eloquent speech but he does not possess the skills to run a country. Senator Obama's opponents state that hope is nothing but in the same breath they use synonyms like : desire, wish, look forward to...things that make you go hmmm. They pick apart every sentence uttered from his mouth and now are doing the same with the words spoken by his wife.I've grown tired of the attacks. Not just because, I support Senator Obama but because they are rooted and grounded in false opinions. Barack Obama's website has always listed in detail his platform. His voting record is available in detail. This is the same man who released his tax return, in an effort to show that he has truthfully represented his income and where he receives his money. Yet, for all the good he does, Senator Obama still faces attacks on his character. Is it because his opponents now realize, that he is a worthy opponent, and playing on the fears of the average voter is the only to possibly defeat this man. By any means necessary. Smear campaigns. Lies. False Accusations. Research of kindergarten papers (my favorite line from last night's speech). Whatever it takes, they are trying to bring him down. Still, everytime he stands in front of a crowd, Senator Obama, speaks out against the false attacks in a respectful manner. No name calling. Just facts. His message is still one of unity. His message is still one of healing the divide that exists between the races, classes, and political parties. That's why people are drawn to him. Senator Obama delivers real solutions and admits that the powers that be, can't fix the problems of America on their own. His message is one of inclusion and not exclusion. By any means necessary, positivity, hope, and change will win this election.