Powell Endorsement a Fresh Reminder
Editorial, The Washington Post | October 21, 2008
Colin Powell's endorsement of Barack Obama has demanded the headlines. ++ While endorsements can be forgotten, his other message should not. ++ Obama is not a Muslim, nor an Arab, but "What if he is? Is there something wrong with being a Muslim in this country?" ++ Where Obama failed - by not knocking down the rumors for fear of giving credence to the idea that if they were somehow true, they would be disqualifying - Powell succeeded. ++ The government needs all the talent it can attract, regardless of religion, race, or creed.
