Michelle Obama at UCLA Sunday, Feb 3 2008
Obama 6:13 pm
Up to this point, I have been undecided between Hillary and Barack. I happened upon the Obama rally today at UCLA. Michelle Obama was taking the lead. With her was Caroline Kennedy & Oprah. Suprise appearances by Stevie Wonder and Maria Shriver sparked tremendous ovations. But, what struck me most was Michelle Obama’s speech (I’ll see if I can find the transcript somewhere.) It was extraordinarily well-written and delivered. It really spoke directly to me. As a fan of John Edwards, I’ve always loved what he’s said. But, he didn’t hit the notes as pure as Michelle’s speech did, to me. It was amazing to listen to.
And, it may have me rooting for Obama to win the nomination. Prior to this, I was conflicted. But, that speech alone might be enough to have me leaning over the edge toward Barack.
I had a couple of requests for links. Belatedly, I found some you-tube links, M. Obama 1,
M. Obama 2,
M. Obama 3
I’ll keep looking around for a transcript.
February 3rd, 2008 at 7:30 pm
I googled the speech, hoping I could find a link. Instead, I found this, and you captured exactly what this fan of Edwards was thinking as I watched Ms. Obama’s amazing speech! Just last night I was talking to friends about how I just didn’t know what to do in the VA primary now that Edwards is out. I’m not wondering any more.
February 3rd, 2008 at 10:36 pm
I must agree with your comments. If you find a transcript of her speech, would you forward it to me please. Unfortunately, large segments of the audio was muted from in St. Louis.
Thank you.
February 5th, 2008 at 6:29 pm
My thoughts exactly.
I’m looking for a “transcript” myself, but so much of that speech seemed unscripted, it might take time. If you get her along with Barack, vote for Obama. I just did 15 minutes ago.