This article was written by Thomas Friedman and appeared in the New York Times on January 21,2009. I believe this article was written because Friedman wanted to make a few points,and he made very good ones.It is a big deal that an African-American has been elected President,but as Friedman said "let this not be the last mold we break,let alone the last big mission we accomplish." This is a time when crucial and extremely important decisions must be made.America is dealing with very serious issues right now,and the right decisions must be made.When making decisions of this nature,a lot of thought has to be put in to them,and the President must think of the long-term effects as well as the short-term effects.
I think this article was written to all American citizens.The decisions that must be made affect everyone who lives in this country,and every American needs to be informed of these issues and the decisions made to resolve them.Every American also not only needs to be informed,but involved.It is important to be involved in politics because America is a country that allows it's Citizens to be involved in the decisions that are being made,and electing the people who will be making decisions.
