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New Year! New Expectations!
January 1, 2009
Take your work seriously, but never yourself.
-Margot Fonteyn (1919 – 1991), Prima Ballerina
-Margot Fonteyn (1919 – 1991), Prima Ballerina
Henry Kemoli Manani, Kenya:
One cannot just describe how it was in words; the experience was just electrifying, it was as if Barack had just been elected the President of Kenya, the candidate all wanted to succeed. One just has to see the clips of TV camera recordings to understand how spontaneous the emotions were all over the country and the President of Kenya had to naturally declare a national holiday to be observed the following day. Though people had already abstained from work during the voting day and the day that followed and as a matter of fact people did not work for three days. This was an election like no other on earth; indeed America showed that in that country democracy prevails over racial or colour boundaries. America is a country that one would like to live in. It gives opportunity for those who aspire to have the dreams of their lives realised when they work for them.
Saša Milić, Montenegro:
Mr. Barack Obama's victory in U.S. presidential elections on November 4, 2008 made me think — democracy is coming back home. Namely, it seemed to me that the spirit of democracy was getting out of breath in the USA, which represent one of the countries rightfully labeled as the cradle of modern democracy. After eight years of a neoconservative politics, numerous wars, isolation, and economic crisis — a hope arises — the hope for a change for the better. The hope embodied in the new president Obama.
Unaisi Vasu Tuivaga, Fiji:
Elation!! Democracy at its best!!! USA is again leading the world in practising what it preaches — democracy in the truest sense of the word! Truly amazing!!
Maysoun Chehab, Lebanon:
People of Lebanon reacted positively toward the election of President Obama, mainly because they see in this an opportunity for change in American foreign policy toward Israel and Iraq. Once more, America proved to be a model for democracy and change, a nation that belongs to its people.
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Comments (8)
Displaying All 8 CommentsLecanto, FL, United States
I am curious about our form of government in the U.S....Isn't it a republic, rather than a pure democracy? (As in the Pledge of Allegiance: "And to the republic, for which it stands...) It's my understanding that in a pure democracy, every law would be brought to the vote of the people, instead of through our elected officials. By the way, I've always been proud to be a United States citizen! The beauty of our government lies in the election process, and the checks and balances that were created by some very wise men over 225 years ago. My understanding is that the role of government is to protect our borders and to keep us civil, not to solve all our problems. It is up to each of us to make a difference in our own corner of the world, one life at a time.
United States
If John McCain had won, would it mean that democracy didn't work? I find the comments curious to say the least. The will of the people won out, just as it did 4 years ago and 40 years ago. Why do people feel that if their candidate didn't win, then democracy didn't work? Again, curious.
Astha Children care Home
Kathmandu, Nepal
Everyone should expect and try to solve the social evils. Lets play role of alleviator from your own side.
Yakima School Dist.
Yakima, WA, United States
It was so humbling to read the responses of those in other countries. In American fashion I am often myopic in my view, forgetting the affects of our politics on others who continue to look to America for hope and inspiration. I too am hopeful with the election of Obama. May we as citizens straighten up to our potential stature and become a role model for serving others and not just looking to our own interests.
United States
Thank you for year of wonderful perspectives! I check for your quotes for inspiration and your articles to keep me in touch with early childhood issues now that I have retired.
Wishing all of you the best of a new year!
Billie Warford
Cooperative Children\'s Center
Seattle, WA, United States
Thank you so much for printing the wonderful perspectives about our newly elected President, Barak Obama. For me and many others such as myself when I heard that he had won the presidency, it was as if time stood still and for the first time in my lifetime ( I'm almost 40) I believed in our system of democracy. More than ever in my life, I was proud to say that I was an American. I am elated to hear that the early childhood world echos our sentiments and that we ALL have hope for a better tomorrow.
Many wishes of a Happy New Year to all!
Chatsworth, CA, United States
Just the best way to start this day and the year 2009. There is much hope, excitment and inspiration all around the world.
We know, also that Mr. Obama is seriously FOR early childhood ed, as well, so absolutely needed in the development of children in their early years. Good ECE--the kind where children are allowed to play and develop in all their domains--and be emotionally and socially ready to learn. That is the key and I do believe Mr. Obama recognizes that fact.
We also have to stop teaching to the test and open up science, the arts and -- above all--restore physical education to our schools. Otherwise our country will lose out--but worse, so will our children.
I think that Mr. Obama recognizes that we have to start at "square one" and "bottom line".
Can't wait until January 20th!
the grand child care center
chicago, IL, United States
Yes! America is truly the place where your dreams can come true. Democracy and the educated society-the two important factors make it the reality.
at the dawn of the new year 2009 my new year's wish:
Happy New Year To Every One;
Here, There and around the world;
Let's spread the word of Love,
Hope for harmony;
- change will come.
Happy New Year and best wishes to child care exchange.
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