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Originally Posted by troutman
I'm a bit surprised at the level of grouchiness in this thread. This day is no media invention - something very profound is happening here.
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Totally agree. The 'hype' and 'celebration' is due to a number of things happening all at once today when power is handed over to Obama. If you believe the polls, this is the unhappiest Americans have EVER been with their leadership. It's a turning over of a new leaf for the country when they can start over, and to the general population, it's a time for celebration. Thus, the dramatic hype today.
Add to that, the other aspects like Obama being the first black president given their people's history in the US and the level of celebration to me is clearly warranted.