A Long Day's Journey Into Night

Well, here we are on the most important day in the 21st century so far. Today is the day we decide where this country is heading. The two presidential candidates could not present a more stark contrast: McCain's campaign devolved into an appeal to our most base human instincts. He relied on a fearmongering, divisive politics that so far has proved successful for the Republican Party. McCain's pick of Sarah Palin for a VP running mate was a calculated and cynical attempt at pandering to the most conservative elements of his party. Obama, while not a perfect candidate, represents a movement for real change in this country. His campaign emphasized the need for all of us to take action to change the status quote. He called out to the best within us rather than the worse. He focused on themes of personal responsibility as well as responsibility for our brothers and sisters. He asked us to sacrifice for our country and for each other. I disagree with Obama's trade policy and I strongly disagree with his position on gay marriage, but an Obama presidency promises to restore this country to a path more inclusive, more thoughtful, and more compassionate than the one we are currently following. The difference between these two candidates could not be more clear.

Which vision do you want for our country?

So, at long last, it is all over but the voting and the counting. It has been a long journey to get us here, and it will be an even longer night to come. Don't forgt to vote!