Ian's Letter: "Dear Mr. President"

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Dear Mr. President,

My name is Ian.

I live in Las Vegas, Nevada and I am ten years old. I really hope that I can meet you someday because I would like to shake your hand and thank you for bringing my dad home from Iraq.

My dad served two tours in Iraq. His time away was really hard for me.
This is a note that my dad sent me: "My dearest Ian, son, I miss you so much..."

I had trouble sleeping sometimes because I was so worried about him.

He gave me his dog tags before he left and I kept them with me all the time so that I can feel close to him.

Because you ended the Iraq war I have my dad back safe.

Now I get to spend birthdays and holidays with my dad. And we can do all the things I have missed out on while he was away.

I look up to you both and I want to be just like you.

Thank you, Ian

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[eastsidegallery]

..this almost made me cry..! go obama! greetings from germany.

[shawnpatterson58]

Republicans said in unison that Obama was not a leader and said he actually was dividing the country. For some strange reason the more I see his vidoes and public appearance he has more of a multicultural ethic and real connection going on with his constituents than you know who.

[Victor Soares]

Two things obama if i could i would vote for you but i'm not an american, you're the best ever!! and btw kid you've have good taste in video games xD halo 4ever bitches!

[Helmut müller]

i'm in tears&i'm not even american...please do me the favor&keep him...

[Chris Hooten]

What a great video.

[Max Khemet]

Amazing! Emotional, but that is all about President Obama! Be simple and listen to your Heart- Vote Obama

[dmajors1000]

this made me cry oh my god obama connects with family because he comes from struggles

[hamiltonjsh]

what a great man, what a fantastic President!

[Caroline Wolinsky]

This is who we need for President. Not mit-wit the twit.

[Kevin Loutfi]

I hope obama wins! He is the best guy in the world.

[Jumbojet776]

Wow... that was actually amazing. I can imagine how happy Ian was to have his dad home.

[madsfeldt100]

You are amazing Obama! You deserve to win!