Proving Change is Possible.

I'm in awe of the progress made in both Egypt and South Sudan in the recent weeks.

First, South Sudan agreed, by an overwhelming 98% vote, to split from the northern government and become the world's newest independent nation.  Obama has since announced that the U.S. will recognize Southern Sudan as a sovereign, independent state.  "After decades of conflict, the images of millions of southern Sudanese voters deciding their own future was an inspiration to the world and another step forward in Africa's long journey toward justice and democracy," said Obama.

Southern Sudanese queue to decide the future of their nation.

Shortly after, an Egyptian grassroots protest movement succeeded in bringing down their oppressive government, culminating in President Hosni Mubarak stepping down after over thirty years in office.

 Protests in Tahrir Square.

The people of Egypt and South Sudan now face very long roads towards building peaceful and successful democratic nations.  The world will be watching as Africa takes another step forward, proving to us all that change is possible.  This is history in the making.



"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.  Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead