Yes, it's super Tuesday and I'm ridiculously excited to vote! Now this has been a long time coming, let me tell you. When I turned 18, I didn't run out and register to vote. In fact, I don't remember when I finally did, but it probably wasn't until I was out of college. I think our educational system does a terrible job of imparting the importance of this action to our children.
As you can see, I'm voting for Barack Obama. That I'd vote Democrat was a given -- I'm a proud Democrat despite believing in many of the original ideals of the Republican party -- that pull yourself up by your bootstraps mentality that got lost somewhere. Now I see the Democratic party as my only hope for many things that I find important, such as peace, prosperity and a healthier environment.
Why Barack? Well, I can't say that there is all that much to differentiate him from Hillary Clinton. They agree on so many of the issues that I think either would be good at the job. However, at this point in our history, I think we need a leader -- someone to inspire us again in the greatness of our country. I believe Barack has that gift. Just the thought of him winning the presidential election brings tears to my eyes. He personifies hope to me. Hope that this country can be mended, unified and will once again stand tall as the leader of the world.
No matter what you believe, use your power. Believe me, for many it was hard won -- so don't take the opportunity lightly. Go Vote!
I couldn't agree with your more!!!! I will be crushed if he doesn't win...he's inspiring so many people - one of my bosses flew to Atlanta today to help the campaign - this has just been an amazing election so far and I hope everyone does their part.
Posted by: Esther | Tuesday, February 05, 2008 at 10:46 AM
I'm a registered Independent and so can't vote in the primaries, but yeah . . . I'm pretty sure I'll be voting Democrat in November, and I'd be happy with either Barack or Hilary. The important thing is that I think either of them could do the job.
(I even think McCain could, if it came to that . . . so long as his ageing body could keep up!)
Posted by: --Deb | Tuesday, February 05, 2008 at 11:09 AM
Yep...I'll be on my way to the polls later today. And I believe Independents can vote Democratic [at least in California]...at least I think they said something about that on the news last night...Deb should go check.
Posted by: Christie | Tuesday, February 05, 2008 at 11:28 AM
The Vermont primary hasn't happened yet, but it'll be Obama for me. This is the first election I've been nearly-passionate about in my 39 years and while I'd like to see Obama get the Democratic nomination, Hillary would not be so bad. Just please let's get a Dem in the White House.
Posted by: jessie | Wednesday, February 06, 2008 at 06:23 AM