Mandela's letter to President-Elect Obama...

[cynatnite]

On Wednesday, Mandela's aides released a letter from the first black president of South Africa to the first black president-elect of the United States.

"Your victory has demonstrated that no person anywhere in the world should not dare to dream of wanting to change the world for a better place," wrote Mandela, who hailed Obama's commitment to altering America's foreign policies.

"We wish you strength and fortitude in the challenging days and years that lie ahead," continued Mandela. "We are sure you will ultimately achieve your dream (of) making the United States of America a full partner in a community of nations committed to peace and prosperity for all."

Mandela's letter was the continuation of a unique dialogue with Obama, who last summer celebated South African's 90th birthday by embracing his faith that "we do not have to accept the world as it is."

http://news.yahoo.com/s/thenation/20081105/cm_thenation/45380596

[cynatnite]

1. One kick n/t

[SoxFan]

2. K&R

[bunnies]

3. I'd love to see him at Obamas inauguration.

Man... I still cant believe it. We really won.... :cry:

[cynatnite]

5. He should be at the top of any list. n/t

[riverwalker]

4. oh man, now I'm bawling again.....

I don't have any tears left.

[peoli]

6. thanks