It’s an amazing day as President-elect Obama sweeps to victory, winning both the largest and the key states in the nation. The electoral vote signaled a huge margin even as the nation still faces the red-blue popular split that divides much of America.  Yet winning the Presidency is an historic moment filled with change and promise as never before. His victory speech was positive, hopeful and strong.
“I just received a very gracious call from Senator McCain. He fought long and hard in this campaign, and he’s fought even longer and harder for the country he loves. He has endured sacrifices for America that most of us cannot begin to imagine, and we are better off for the service rendered by this brave and selfless leader. I congratulate him and Governor Palin for all they have achieved, and I look forward to working with them to renew this nation’s promise in the months ahead.”
President-elect Obama framed his victory describing his vision for the future in bright, hopeful words.
“What began twenty-one months ago in the depths of winter must not end on this autumn night. This victory alone is not the change we seek – it is only the chance for us to make that change. And that cannot happen if we go back to the way things were. It cannot happen without you.”
“So let us summon a new spirit of patriotism; of service and responsibility where each of us resolves to pitch in and work harder and look after not only ourselves, but each other. Let us remember that if this financial crisis taught us anything, it’s that we cannot have a thriving Wall Street while Main Street suffers – in this country, we rise or fall as one nation; as one people.”
We don’t know where the nation is headed, but for many voters, change is the key, and the new President has called for a great new direction.
“…This is our chance to answer that call. This is our moment. This is our time – to put our people back to work and open doors of opportunity for our kids; to restore prosperity and promote the cause of peace; to reclaim the American Dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth – that out of many, we are one; that while we breathe, we hope, and where we are met with cynicism, and doubt, and those who tell us that we can’t, we will respond with that timeless creed that sums up the spirit of a people:”
“Yes We Can. Thank you, God bless you, and may God Bless the United States of America.”
There is much to be proud of in America. Not only the wonder and strength of our democracy and the free electoral process, but for the hopes and dreams of so many, for so long. Regardless of our disagreements, we must continue trying to work together for a better future. Congratulations President-elect Obama!
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