Dear President Obama,
As a child of the ’60s, I’ve seen my share of presidents – some good, some bad, some well-meaning, some corrupt.
Like many of my generation, I have a cynical view of politicians. The word seems to suggest, if not a charlatan, then certainly an opportunist.
You changed that and more.
When you became the 44th president of the United States in 2009, you inherited an economy in crisis and a country fighting two wars in the Middle East.
As the first African-American leader of the free world, you faced unparalleled opposition from Republicans, who vowed to thwart your every initiative even before you took the oath of office.
Mark Perigard 