There is something of the dawn about him

One of the biggest international stories so far this year has been the rise and rise of Barack Obama. Its
twin is the collapse of Hillary Clinton’s campaign. She now has the unmistakable air of a loser as the
aura of inevitability and the mystique of invincibility give way to a scramble for relevance. Perhaps she
is learning the meaning of the audacity of hope. One former British politician said famously and
damningly of another that there was something of the night about him. There truly is something of the
dawn about Mr. Obama. He has been able to shine light on the dark landscape of despair and selfdoubt
afflicting the country. His launch of a presidential bid …..
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