Colin Powell’s recent endorsement of Barack Obama for is, as Republican strategist Alex Castellanos, “a glass of warm milk and a cookie for those who can’t sleep worrying about the lack of experience of a President Obama.”
Powell, a Republican who served as Secretary of State during the Gulf War, strongly supported Obama’s campaign on Meet the Press, in spite of a 25-year friendship with John McCain.
The fact that Powell is also a retired Army general reflects well upon Obama’s military policies, and he directly referenced concerns about his lack of experience in his endorsement. The former secretary stated he had approached Senator Obama about the issue over the course of the campaign. The endorsement alone implies that Powell has overcome any fears he may have had.
Powell also pointed out that Obama has both style and substance, further showing he sees the candidate as highly capable and ready fro the presidency.
In his endorsement, Powell also addressed a recent slew of Obama-bashing inaccurately stating that the senator is Muslim. While Powell did correct the statement (Obama is a Christian), he felt it was more important to correct the ideology behind it—that is, that a Muslim president is somehow un-American, a threat.
“Is there something wrong with being a Muslim in this country? The answer is no. That’s not America,” Powell said.
To be honest, it is beyond refreshing to hear anyone in politics being the voice of reason on this issue. Democrat or Republican, many representatives on both sides of the fence have been far too cowardly to stand up and say that Islam is not a threat to the United States.
Ultimately, Powell challenged voters to select the candidate for president that is most needed right now.
“I’ve come to the conclusion that because of his ability to inspire, because of the inclusive nature of his campaign, because he is reaching out all across America… [Obama] has met the standard of being a successful President, being an exceptional President,” Powell proclaimed.
Watch Powell's Endorsement:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/27265490#27265490
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