Tribute To Barack Obama

Jonathan J. Chawora, an African who is a British resident, had never heard of Barack Obama until the junior senator from Illinois campaigned to be the Democratic presidential candidate. When Obama clinched the nomination, Chawora became intrigued, and when Obama delivered his victory speech the morning after the election, he could not hold back tears as he heard the U.S.'s first black president pronounce his famous slogan: "Yes we can!" His respect only grew after Obama banned the use of torture by American forces, sought to shut down Guantanamo Bay Prison, and pledged his commitment to fighting terrorism throughout the world. Through it all, Obama was calm under pressure and served as an example to future leaders. Even when he had to respond to Islamic State attacks, Brexit, the Ukrainian crisis, or the Syrian conflict, he kept his composure. Join the author and examine the lasting legacy of one of the greatest presidents the United States of America has ever had with this book.

About the Book This tribute honors President Barack H. Obama, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and one of the most influential figures in political history, for his historical service as the first African American President of the United States of America. From legislation in health care reform to powerful speeches and messages, President Obama inspired countless people around the world. Readers will learn a brief history of the six organizations in Southeast Michigan that spearheaded the tribute effort, as well as personal stories from individuals within these organizations. Through this comes hope that all individuals, no matter race or creed, can aspire to the highest positions in government and can accomplish what they set out to achieve. About the Author Dorothy J. Dean facilitated the production of this book as the Project Manager and Editor. She is a contributor to The Drum Major Beat: The Audacity to Make a Difference, a publication that marked the 30th anniversary of the Southfield Task Force and tells the story of Michigan’s first documented Peace Walk in celebration of the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This tribute book is a compilation of numerous contributors who helped to make the book unique and very special. The contributors are from the following organizations: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®-Pi Tau Omega Chapter; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc-Southfield Alumnae Chapter; the National Congress of Black Women of Oakland County; The Empowerment Church; Southfield-Lathrup Village Optimist Club, Inc; and the Western International Optimist Club.

The book examines 'race' from a white and black perspective, focusing on the 2008 Presidential Election, the Jena 6 Case, Hurricane Katrina, and the O.J. Simpson murder and arm robbery Trials. A survey of white and black Americans throughout the United States providing their solutions for solving this lingering problem of 'race' in America is included.

About the book: Pantsuits, Funny Ears and A Purple Lei pays tribute to the historical 2008 presidential contest between an African American and a woman. This children's story provides fun and lighthearted entertainment for both the young and young at heart. Although President Obama and Secretary of State Clinton's accomplishments are highlighted, the book focuses primarily on a day in the life of three young elementary school children Jania, Emily, and John. Political agenda and biography are avoided with emphasis placed on family, relationships, and working in a community garden. Jania's grandmother teaches the children the main message of the book: Find something you love to do, study, and work hard. Doing what you love will make you happy. Strong support for the viability of a future woman president is also given. Supplemental research projects help children learn more about gardening, community work, birdhouses, volunteering, and famous quotes. Jania offers her favorite recipes for minted carrots and basil tomatoes to encourage young people to experiment with fresh herbs. With liberty taken to poke a little fun at President Obama's ears and Secretary of State Clinton's pantsuits, both Obama and Clinton supporters are sure to enjoy Pantsuits, Funny Ears and A Purple Lei. From the back cover: Halloween is coming and there's going to be a costume party at school. Jania and her friends are trying to decide what to wear. John wants to be either a spider or a skeleton. Emily's not sure what she wants to wear. Nate plans on dressing up like President Obama, but he's keeping his costume a secret. Jania has decided to dress up like a lady president, but she has a question: What would a lady president wear? All the pictures of presidents show men in suits. Does she have to wear a suit like a man? Jania spends a warm Saturday morning searching for an answer. After asking her parents, friends, uncle, and grandmother, she still isn't sure what a lady president would wear. If Jania asked you, what would you tell her? Read on to discover how Jania finds the answer to her question and Nate's secret design for a President Obama Halloween costume.

This book contains truly insightful poems that stirs the imagination and evokes the reader to reach within their core and draw on their better nature as they commit to working together on the tough task of rebuilding our society. It reminds us that we are capable of living up to the best ideals and achievements if we have the courage to act together with the power of many hands and collective voices. They remind us of what is important - sacrifice, caring and empathy, dedicated work and harmonious relationships, as we build a society better than the one we inherited as we in turn bequeath a fitting legacy to our progeny. The many voices expressing their emotions at the President's electoral success were motivated by the President's singular voice as he outlined a new path for our nation in many of his speeches and most certainly by his own poem on voices reproduced below, titled "One Voice."

This book is my tribute to President Barack Obama. This is a collection of inspirational, motivational and encouraging poems.