Wednesday, February 13, 2008

The Obama Cult of Nonthreatening Personality By Ray Robison

Barack Obama strikes nearly everyone as a nice guy. Part of that appeal is a distinct absence of aggression. Normally, when we think about charismatic political leaders, the mind conjures up a little more dynamism, a bit more vocal modulation. He doesn't need them. Perhaps the drama of his background is enough.

His now-legendary abilitry to inspire crowds is no doubt a complex phenomenon, but his smile and his disposition certainly have their magnetism for those of us who long for racial healing. He has crafted an image someone who wants to get along with everyone.

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