March 19, 2007
Obamamania
Unless you have been living under a rock for the past year—or see Paris Hilton1 as your mentor and role model—the name Barack Obama should certainly ring a bell. Given his compelling story, prolific star power, and seemingly unwavering optimism in the face of overpowering cynicism, he is someone I have followed since his arrival on the national stage in 2004 with the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention. On Saturday, I had the opportunity to see
him speak at a rally in Oakland, Calif.