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Editor's Note: Tess Banion, left, is one of three local delegates to the Democratic National Convention who will be blogging at LJWorld.com. Check back regularly to see what they're saying.As I sat on the floor of Invesco Field, I was overwhelmed with an incredible sense of pride. All these people coming together to participate in our great democracy. The place was packed and I felt very small. Stars filled the sky and an African American man would lead our party - beautiful. What a great anniversary present for those people who can remember the Martin Luther King Jr. speech on the Washington Mall. I was a young woman just like Corrie and Clarissa (Obama delegates) when King made that speech. At the time I never doubted that one day we would reach the mountain top, where a man would be judged by the content of his character not the color of his skin. I was young and only knew what was in my heart.Obama was as good as expected. He hit all the right notes and made his case for the presidency. I think the word to describe his speech is brilliant. What was clear to me was that he would not allow the Republicans to define his character, thank goodness. When he said "enough" to the failed policies of the Republicans I jumped to my feet. It was perfect word for me. America has had enough. Denver did a great job. The people here are friendly. It was an experience of a lifetime and I was privileged to be a part of it. However, in a word, enough. It's time to go home to the best city in the world.