I must say that even though I am currently tethered to the hospital at work...I am simply giddy with excitement at the election results.
President-elect Obama
I like the sound of that...and it will probably be weeks before I can say or think that without crying and/or grinning so hard my cheeks hurt. This has been a historical campaign that not only gives us the gift of the first president of African descent, but is a step in the right direction to return our country to its former glory. We can begin to tear down the divisions of the past 8 years, the ignorance, the close-mindedness, the hate and create a country and political process that is open to all and values intelligent discourse on issues instead of just hate speech.
I feel that we now have the leader we need to guide us in forming that more perfect union. it will not be easy, there will be times we disagree but I think we can all rise to the challenge and work together with President Obama to ensure the blessings of liberty to our next generation.
YES WE CAN!!!
God Bless Barack Obama, his family and this nation....President-elect Obama, I wish you the wisdom of Solomon as you start this journeyand will keep you lifted up in prayer.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008
On the cusp of .....
As I sit here...awake...I am unable to go to sleep and incredibly anxious because in less than 24hrs we will elect a new President of this great nation.
It is my prayer that this nation will do the right thing and elect Senator Barack Obama. He is not perfect, but I do believe he is the right man for this nation at this time. He can return a sense of intellect, calm and rationality that has sorely been missing at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. I think his election will not only give hope to people in this nation who have been struggling and suffering under the policies and attitudes of the past 8 years, but it will also go a long way to helping to heal the divisions we have fostered in the international arena.
I spent Monday all day canvassing voters in Michigan City, Indiana...in a desperate attempt to turn that "red state" blue. It was actually inspiring and encouraging. I met people from all walks of life, different socio-economic levels and different races who were encouraged and excited about an Obama Presidency. Even the McCain supportes who I ran into were polite and I had quite a few good conversations. No matter the divisions present to the naked eye....people basically have the same concerns...they want to live in a safe country, with some job security, ability to get decent health care, provide for their families and secure their children's future. I was happy that so many people were engaged and interested in the political process.
No matter what the outcome of the election...I truly feel that this nation is on the cusp of something big. We are ready to embrace the future. Eager to work hard and fix our seemingly unsurmountable problems and we are determined to move forward together as one.
Praying for a safe, happy wonderful election day!
GET OUT AND VOTE!!!
It is my prayer that this nation will do the right thing and elect Senator Barack Obama. He is not perfect, but I do believe he is the right man for this nation at this time. He can return a sense of intellect, calm and rationality that has sorely been missing at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. I think his election will not only give hope to people in this nation who have been struggling and suffering under the policies and attitudes of the past 8 years, but it will also go a long way to helping to heal the divisions we have fostered in the international arena.
I spent Monday all day canvassing voters in Michigan City, Indiana...in a desperate attempt to turn that "red state" blue. It was actually inspiring and encouraging. I met people from all walks of life, different socio-economic levels and different races who were encouraged and excited about an Obama Presidency. Even the McCain supportes who I ran into were polite and I had quite a few good conversations. No matter the divisions present to the naked eye....people basically have the same concerns...they want to live in a safe country, with some job security, ability to get decent health care, provide for their families and secure their children's future. I was happy that so many people were engaged and interested in the political process.
No matter what the outcome of the election...I truly feel that this nation is on the cusp of something big. We are ready to embrace the future. Eager to work hard and fix our seemingly unsurmountable problems and we are determined to move forward together as one.
Praying for a safe, happy wonderful election day!
GET OUT AND VOTE!!!
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