Hey my people,
Today… is not just another day for me.
This… is a blessing.
Before I say anything, I want you to take a moment and look around you.
Look at the people sitting next to you.
Different lives… different stories… different journeys.
Some of you are delegates .
Some are family members.
Some are friends.
Some are leaders, students and members of different communities .
And some of you… are fighters.
And today, I stand here… as one of you.
But not long ago, I was sitting in a very differe