Today, I pay my homages to Mahatma Gandhi who was shot dead on this very day. His dream was to free India. His only weapon was his moral courage and adherence to non-violence. Gandhi's principle of non-violence inspired many including Dr. Martin Luther King who was born in the USA. He dared to dream to end segregation thru civil rights movement.
On January 15th we celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday. Dr. King's passion for total freedom and respect paved the way for many to dare to dream and also realize their dreams.
Another dream unfolded in history for the second time when Mr. Obama took the presidential oath on January 21st, 2013. Washington DC witnessed millions of people cheering not only for the President but also for continuing the principles of democracy, and the dreams of the Nation's founding fathers.
Usually, winning the second term for a President is more like a feeling of having graduated. No pressure for the next term. However, we hope that Obama can leave a legacy of great leadership.
PEACE ON EARTH
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