2008 Election - History is Made!

What an incredible night!

No matter one's political party. No matter one's location on the political spectrum. No matter where one might live in this country. We all recognized last night as truly a history making event in our nation's story. I particularly was taken by the emotion of the moment. I have lived through and observed many elections and have seen happiness as a result of the outcome, but never this kind of happiness, this kind of joy. It is remarkable given our nation's past that an African American is actually going to be inaugurated on January 20, 2009. Now, has this cured all the ills of our nation's racial divisiness? Clearly not. However it does indicate the progress that has been made. Steps forward are steps forward, and this happens to be a huge step.

Let's also keep in mind that it took an extraordinary gentleman to make this happen. No matter your position/view once again, but not just any man was going to pull this off. President-elect Obama is special in many ways. Let's pray that his leadership is more than inspirational but genuinely effective and positive, here and around the world.

I was immensely impressed by John McCain's concession speech last night. It was exactly what had to be said and I was proud of him for delivering a wonderful speech. He was gracious, patriotic, and guiding. His followers were disappointed and seeking the right manner in which to respond to the results, and he gave them much needed direction and compassion.

As far as Obama's speech...WOW! I had tears in my eyes, and I was one of millions who did. This man can lead. Let's all pray for him that his advisors and policies also lead in the proper direction and in the proper spirit.