These are just some of the reasons why people were lined up around the block to vote in November, why there were tears in the eyes of many, many people on election night and why there was an inauguration party like none other on Jan. 20th. Lets all keep our eyes, ears, and hearts open so that something like Bush never, never happens again. Here's hoping.
As I’ve enjoyed the joyful infectious rhythms of various “Obama Songs” on KCRW, I am offering a selection of them here. a few times. Above is Michael Franti’s “Obama Song.” Below is Sampa Mapangala and the Occidentals; there’s another song of theirs I prefer “The Obama Song” but haven’t found it on YouTube yet. I [...]