Homo Viator

Somebody has just been enobled, by the most symbolic family of the United States. Even though I think that Obama`s stand on Iraq is entirely irresponsible (pulling the troops out with a set time limit), I do think that his charisma and eloquence are unrivalled in this election and he would have my vote if I was American. His foreign policy steps may be unwise, but his vision for a new and united America is one I would buy into.

Of course his vision is intangible, but isn't it dreams that truly move the hearts and minds of people? I met with a senior German politician today and he was right to point out that it really is a gift the way Obama makes use of his words. It is intoxicating! And the decisions he took in his life deserve nothing but respect. (For those of you who do not know his life story, you should have a read, it is inspirig. Obama, a Harvard trained lawyer had the possibiity to work for the Supreme Court but declined, only to go on working for little money in the slums of Chicago. He said that he had felt the urge to give something back to society!)

Mrs. Clinton on the other hand is the better qualified President. No doubt! Before opening her mouth she has always carefully weighed up all possibilities, all options. She is too good, too diplomatic, too calculating, too fake!

Good that Ted Kennedy reminded us of what Truman once said about the great J.F.K. being too young and unexperienced. Let's see if that gives him the final push. We'll have a decision in less than a week.