Hope and inspiration

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Hope and inspiration

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Like much of the rest of the world, I watched President Obama's inauguration yesterday.

I couldn't help but be moved and inspired.

It is said that internet networking attributed hugely to Obama's election.

Let us try to turn this modern technology into something truly 'good' and not a vehicle for evil.

Yesterday, via 'Skype', I was able to speak with our latest 'accredited Phonics International trainer' in Australia as if she was in the room next door.

Please join in our international online community and use our message forum to share your experiences and also your hopes and dreams! :D

Peace and love to all...
Debbie Hepplewhite
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:D I too am feeling very hopeful for the future under the influence of Obama
Thought this might interest people, although its nothing to do with phonics, it seems relevant to those of us who are passionate about things.
Its copied from an Amnesty International Mailing.
For more info about the work of Amnesty go to

amnesty.org.uk

President Obama is meeting Amnesty challenges
'As for our common defence, we reject as false the choice between our safety and our ideals.'
President Barack Obama, 20 January 2008.

A refreshing statement from the new president, and it would seem, one that is backed up by action.

We set out a list of human rights challenges for his first 100 days in office. Please ensure he stays on track by signing the petition.

He's certainly got off to a good start. We're only days into his presidency and the human rights victories are stacking up: first the announcement that military trials at Guantánamo will be suspended, then executive orders that will close the detention centre within a year and ban harsh interrogation techniques like waterboarding. Could it be that the end of secret detention networks are next?

Thanks to people like you, and your many years of tireless campaigning, we are finally seeing a move away from the unlawful practices of the past.

As our video suggests, some people may have unrealistic expectations for Obama's first 100 days in office. So we've given the President a helping hand - by drawing up a checklist of tasks that are a little more achievable.

We're asking you to add your voice to a worldwide petition, to ensure he sets a plan and date for closing Guantánamo, bans torture and brings those responsible for 'war on terror' abuses to justice.

While there is still a long way to go, and plenty of boxes on our checklist that need to be ticked, for now let's take a moment to celebrate. What a difference a week can make.

Sincerely,

Amnesty International UK
Protect The Human.
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What a difference a person can make.

And we're all people - we can all make a difference! :D

But we have to choose to and not be indifferent.
Debbie Hepplewhite
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