Barack Obama inspired many of the African American communities to believe in positive changes. Since he became president, I believe that he gave us hope and showed us that we should try to prove more how capable everyone can make our country better. While explaining the role of Fatherhood, he truly expressed the real meaning of the transition between being a boy and a man in every family. This article spoke to me the most because like any other father he has concerns, he needs help and he also cares about making a better tomorrow for his girls. Not only his girls but all the future generations in this country.
The Black Family has overcome different obstacles throughout the years but in my opinion, Obama's background and current status is an example of how families should be raised. Obama's family is an example of what the Black Families need to rely on if they want a better tomorrow for themselves. Part of the attitude Obama took once he grew up and became a father reminded me of the Nguzo Saba principles that African Americans were raised with. Reading his personal experience and point of view shared with his audience showed a lot of self-determination (Kujichagulia) to not let his stepping stones change the commitment with himself to be better in life.
The unity (umoja) and peace that his family portrays in their events also says about his commitment to them even after he became the President of the U.S. Keeping his household and staying in Chicago for the safety, convenience of his daughters says a lot about a man with more rigorous responsibilities than others.
Matrimony is a sacred value that Black Families need to implement more to have balance in their communities. Racial matrimonies are also beautiful but the culture is starting to lose relevance as years go by. I am glad that the Black community takes time to find programs to help Black couples in keeping their love strong even though their children normally cause time commitment in them is important to keep love, community and their love alive between each other. Common goals are always good to have but having people connect and keep their promise to each other alive is the best thing you can leave your children with so that they know what to look for once they are ready to settle in life.
