Post #9

In my eyes, Barack Obama could be considered a "modern epic hero". Not so much for the things he did or didn't do in office, but rather this accomplishments. Obama destroyed barriers when he became the first African-American president in the entire history of the United States. This is no small feat. For many, and especially the entire African-American community, this feat created infinite possibilities for the community. His accomplishment delivered hope and embodied the entire meaning of progress. And Michelle Obama developed her own style of epic. As the nation that is the most overweight, Michelle Obama took measure after measure to create a healthier nation. Whether for or against these measures, improvements were ultimately made, as well as progress. The Obama's made history. The Obama's created standards. The Obama's represent the goals that most of us work to achieve. Barack Obama served a term as the first African-American term, and was even re-elected for a second term. Throughout the eight years, there were no major scandals are discrepancies as there have been with presidents in the past. Obama led with strength and confidence, while Michelle Obama represented grace and power. In my book, these two are some pretty epic modern heroes.