Thomas L. Friedman article, "Radical in the White House" was published in the New York Times on the day of President Obama inauguration into the White House. I feel it was written to show Friedman opinion that the people were ready for a change, and President Obama was the people's hope for change. After the last eight years people where ready for a change, they were ready to give someone else a shot to try something new. People dropped all their barriers about race, sex and religion. The events currently facing our country are going to need a unique approach totry and fix them. People hope that where President Bush failed Obama will succeed, and fix some of the past problems and current.
In conclusion, the author wants us to know that we are part of a tremendous part of history. Even though they're great test ahead, it will take a great leader and the faith of the American people to get through this. Not only those who have precipitated in helping all along but also the youth which has rose up to help get Obama elected.
