Obama's Speech

I watched the live video of Obama's Speech though it was midnight in Japan. It might have deteriorated through the simultaneous interpretation, I didn't think it was so impressive or encouraging. After I read the whole script on the Internet, my impression didn't change at all. Sure, I can't fully understand what he is saying, but it's not the major reason for my bad feeling. His speech started after hugging Bush. There was no apology to the world, especially to the thousand victims in the Middle East countries. It seemed that he is only looking inside the America, which must be called selfish. The United States are still overwhelmingly powerful and strong in the world. They must have the "responsibility" not only to themselves but also to the whole world. By the way, I also watched a news report in which Obama started his first job today. He is said to have called the leaders of four countries in the Middle East. I don't know what he said to them but something will "change" in the near future, hopefully to the better direction.

Comments

[Joolie]

It was not as inspiring as I expected, but I thought Obama's speech was a rejection of Bush's policies without coming right out and saying so. Even though he did not make a direct apology, I hope it will come through in his actions in the next few years.

[Mete]

except the part about building more nuclaer plants. Nuclear plant make me nervous because of the possibility of radioactive leaks. Even though the experts say it is safe and the possibility of leaks and terrorist attacks is slight, any amount of possibility is too much. Also, the first energy crisis in recent history was in the early 1970s during the Nixon administration. That is when the speed limit was dropped to 55mph. Some in Government are calling for a lowering of the speed limit again. Remember the song I can't drive 55 That's how I feel about that.

[Samantha]

Beautiful! Can't wait to show my son, Alex, who is terribly shy and in a power chair. He will be eenirntg Highschool next year. Love your optimism & thanks for sharing!!