I know that I never explicitly stated who my choice for president was during the last election…but I know that y’all are smart enough to figure out that I was not an Obama supporter. So to say I was disappointed last night would be an accurate statement.
However, I was also proud. I consider myself to be a Christian first, and then an American. While our government is far from perfect, I believe it is the best on earth. What happened yesterday is a democratic republic that participated in an election. An election in which well over 99.99% of the population were able to vote without harassment, intimidation, or duress. The people spoke, and their choice was Barack Obama.
His opponent, Senator John McCain, accepted defeat gracefully, offering his sincere congratulations and future support to Obama. He also urged his followers to support the next president.
The incumbent, President George W Bush, also offered his congratulations, and full cooperation in the transfer of power to his successor, a person whose ideologies differ vastly from his own.
Barring unforeseen events, this change of administration will happen without threats, violence, or military action. The transition of leadership will happen as peaceful as the 43 previous transitions.
When I think about how citizens are able to change government time after time over the last 232 years without bloodshed, I am almost moved to tears. Words fail to express how proud I am to belong to one of the greatest civilizations to ever exist.
I will be watching your administration to follow how your changes will affect the way each American lives day to day. I already know that I will probably disagree many times. But I will also respect and honor you as my president, Senator Obama.
If you are reading this, I ask you to join me in congratulating Senator Obama for his successful campaign. I also ask that you pray for God to grant him wisdom to lead our nation through a very difficult time. Congratulations, President-Elect Barack Obama.
Well said, Scott! Although I’m on the other side of the fence, I still agree with what you wrote here!
Hugs!
I think that is probably the most intelligent thing I’ve read concerning last night’s disaster.
I give you credit for your understanding and appreciation for this country. I too am on the other side of the fence and look forward to the Obama administration.