A few weeks ago, the Gene Siskel Film Center in canceled its screenings of the documentary Senator Obama Goes to Africa. The reasoning is partly justified. In a murky political climate, no nonprofit wants to be seen as backing an political candidate, especially if it turns out to be the wrong horse. As a blogger, I can back any damn horse I want.

If I had the power to show this entire documentary on this site, I would. It appears to be Barack Obama’s exploration of race and heritage, much like you may have first encountered in his memoir Dreams of My Father. It’s also another portion of the continuing narrative that is the ascension of Barack Obama. Enjoy and be inspired.

The film is available for purchase now through Amazon.com.