As OW.com readers know, we place a special value on people who have gone into space. Sally Ride went into space. And she endorses Obama.
Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, endorsed the Democratic candidate on Wednesday in an op-ed published in the Orlando Sentinel.
Comparing Obama’s inspirational capabilities to those of JFK, she writes, ‘He has inspired young people to engage with their communities and has excited them about the possibilities of what they can accomplish. That is in the best spirit of discovery.’
>> Sally Ride: Inspired kids will reach for stars under Obama
Thanks, OW. While I just got home and watched the Obamerical, this was the big story of the day for me that I saw before noon CT today. Children can reach for the stars…Obama must be pleased to have Sally Ride’s vote.
Cue Republicans: “Who cares what astronauts think? They should stick to space exploration.”
Those were incredible speeches delivered last night. I really do believe that change is coming and we’re at a pivotal point in history. Just the overwhelming support from the global front is so promising.