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!!!
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