I was in a bar full of young people cheering, screaming, clapping and crying over our new president. My heart swelled with brand-new emotions -- political emotions of pride, inspiration, patriotism and hope. I was in tears throughout his acceptance speech.

Who is this President Obama? He spoke beautifully! He said things didn't just make sense, they were highly intelligent! He was magnanimous in victory! He invoked the greatest moments of America's history, and...