Originally Posted by CosmicTang

well for starters, Obama is igniting the youngsters to participate in the political process. That's something worth noting since Clinton and McCain couldn't garner their attention.

Another is that Obama is a GenXer. The country has been in the hands of the WWII and Baby Boomer generations long enough. I want to see my generation take over. I think we can do a better job.

I thought his speech was magnificent. I've never been excited about a presidential candidate in my life and he's the reason I voted in a primary for the first time.

Anyone who can get people excited about politics and participate and bring in the young vote is effecting change.