A New Beginning
Staying up late last night to watch the election results, for the first time following a presidential election, I am proud to be an American.
Perhaps I’m naive to get misty-eyed because I’ve witnessed the majority of my fellow countrymen finally realize the absurdities we’ve endured with our government and corporateers is enough. We were able, for the most part, to check the ridiculous idea of racism at the door and pick the better man for the job. Is Obama our savior? No. But, a large part of me believes he is the leader we need at this time in this country. Sure I’ve had my moments of doubts about his experience, his political ties, etc., but in the end we must’ve felt like he is the right President at the right time.
No more of the same. At least we elected a man who admits we have numerous problems and is willing to build bridges to solve them instead of burning down entire cities and countries to avoid the smoke at home. At least we elected a man who recognizes All people, not just all rich people. At least we elected a man who wants to protect Mother Nature instead of destroy Her.
If even the most devoted Republicans think today we are honestly a weaker nation because Barack Obama is our new President, then I have to tell you, “You don’t fuckin’ get it.” But at least enough liberators did. Nothing can be worse than what we’ve had these past eight years. Nothing.
Perhaps cynics believe Obama is merely a “munchurian candidate” or not a U.S. citizen or some radical Muslim disguised as a benevolent community organizer waiting to destroy America. I just have to say, “Change your diaper, return to the kiddie table, and don’t come back until you’re able to chew solid foods. Then we’ll talk like grown ups.” Too many episodes of Dick Cheney and George Bush have melted your adulthood.
This whole Republican vs. Democrat, Red State vs. Blue State, Conservative vs. Liberal – it’s all bullshit. If perception is reality then we need a new perception. Because NOW MORE THAN EVER we must unite as a country, as a species, as freakin’ grown adults and help rebuild this country. Lets check our egos and fears at the door. Cause there is a lot of broken shit that needs a fixin. One man can’t do it. And you know what? Who cares if this guy doesn’t look like other presidents? Who cares if he doesn’t act or talk like them either? I mean, isn’t that a good thing?
If any of these political aspirators are to escort us through this incredibly difficult transition we must endure these next few years, I truly do believe it is this man we, as a country, just elected. Thank you, my fellow liberators. Thank you.