THE OPTIMIST

Although Junius has followed American politics ever since he was old enough to be aware of it, Barack Obama's candidacy pushed his enthusiasm to new levels. While he may have had some doubts towards the beginning of the campaign, his faith never faltered. By the time Obama's victory in the primaries became apparent, he was confidently predicting that he would win it all.

Junius is currently finishing up law school after a thorough education that sparked his interest in government and US history. His father lived the American Dream, coming to the US in the 80's from a war-torn country and working hard to become a success. His mother, born in the US to a family with American roots stretching back to the Plymouth Colony, raised him while continuing her own career. He's an American through and through, but he knows what its like to feel 'different' too. In Barack Obama, he sees both a kindred spirit and a potentially great leader.