Raggy’s Ramblings

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Congratulations, the U.S.A. !!!

The news is just in, Americans have voted in their first non-white President. Is he Black or black-ish? Really, for isn’t Obama of some mixed parentage, but for me the fact that he isn’t White and yet got voted into what is arguably the most powerful seat in the world makes this a stupendous day.

Will he make a good President? I don’t know, and don’t really care. That’s for the Americans to hope for and for the rest of the world to find out in time.

So what’s the big deal about it for me? Well, the fact that someone from a non-mainstream, non-ruling-”class” segment of the population can make it to the very top of the mountain there is really stunning.

In my own country, Malaysia, it matters little if you are capable, you will never rise to the very top unless you are one of the ruling race. Which allows all manner of idiots and assholes to rule the country, and incompetent people to proclaim themselves Masters over the rest, which makes for a not-too-bright future for us.

You will therefore forgive my unadulteraed envy for minorities in the USA, and my heartfelt admiration for all the millions of Americans who chose to ignore racism and instead voted on issues.

Funny, as I type this I wonder if I will be arrested for airing my views in this blog. You will know if you don’t hear from me. That’s the reality in Malaysia :(

November 5, 2008 - Posted by raggyproject | Uncategorized | | 4 Comments

4 Comments »

  1. If you get arrested, we’ll do some gigs at Kamunting..

    Comment by Mel | November 5, 2008 | Reply

  2. I’ll come bail you out Raggy and we can have an Obama victory party celebration. The best man for the job won. I think he’ll do a good job, and I feel he’ll be straight with the American public while trying to deal with the huge mess the previous administration (the ship of fools I call them) have left him.

    I hope to make it down to Penang after the first of the year possibly and see the band perform. Miss ya you big lug. Hugs and kisses mate. :-)

    Mike

    p.s. Waen is getting a set of bongos soon (with stand) and later a set of congas. The lass has rhythm and plays some mean percussion. She’s a drummin’ fool! 5555!

    p.p.s. Get your arse back here soon.

    Comment by Mike | November 5, 2008 | Reply

  3. errrrrrrrr…Mel…gigs at kamunting might be a bit tough…too close to home..my parents might turn up..

    -D

    Comment by d_sticks | November 15, 2008 | Reply

  4. I can’t tell you how much this “Change” pleases me. I’ve supported Obama since the first time I heard him speak. He truly gives me hope in a time where there was little of that left for our nation.
    If you decide to flee ;-) you’re welcome here :-)

    Comment by One Wink | November 24, 2008 | Reply


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