Congratulations Obama, Howard University and the Legends Living and Deceased

As we prepare to witness the event of the century, I wanted to send a special message to all who played a part in this day. If you are receiving this message, then you hold a part of the Obama victory in your hands. Who would have ever thought that our participation in marching to make Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday a holiday would lead to this event? Wow! At this moment, I recall how many of us marched with Stevie Wonder in the early eighties to push for the designation of the King holiday. At times, the temperature was in the single digits, but we never gave up as we walked down Georgia Avenue.. freezing (for those of you who don't know, I am from California and all I had was a Gerry Curl and leather jacket)......alright no laughter here.. If you recall, Ronald Reagan was President of the United States and he stated that Martin Luther King was a communist and that he would not sign any legislation to make MLK Day happen. With perseverance and hope, we prevailed. Let's not forget and as we mark January 20, 2008, as the day America took a tremendous leap forward for equality and diversity, let's not forget that the struggle has only just begun. Let us also remember that one person can make a difference and continue making a difference. I'm grateful that I was selected to have participated in making this moment happen and that I can stand-in on behalf of all those who sacrificed and are unable to be here because of distance, time, money, etc. I'm going to be like the postal man; neither rain, sleet nor dark of night will prevent me from attending the inauguration of the 44th President of the United States! With a broad grin on my face and a heart that's pumping a thousand miles and hour, I want to say to Dr. Martin Luther King...Happy Birthday To Ya!!! Happy Birthday!!!!!