Presidential candidate Barack Obama is the first black man to have a legitimate shot at sitting in the oval office. This is one of the most important events in the history civil rights. it is only fitting that the first presidential debate be held at the school where James Meredith showed so much courage. Despite his lack of experience Obama has been catapulted to rock star status. It appears so far that his charisma and his zeal have over shadowed the fact that he has little political experience.