Being in such a bright mood lately, I remembered this old forum and figured I'd see what was going on in here. Not much, apparently. :o)
I'd like to say I'm surprised that the usual players on this site are still backing conservatives/republicans after they almost doubled our national debt, tanked our economy, redistributed wealth to the wealthy, and divided our country to a whole new level. But hey, I guess as long as those dirty homosexuals can't marry, right?
In any case, I hope everyone here is as excited as I am. A country that has seemed inconsolable to itself has elected a candidate that possesses true leadership qualities and potential, regardless of his race and even his name. The majority of the country put aside the superficial and decided on their next leader through rational discourse. Now, hopefully, the use of reason can return to Washington, and politicians can return to their role of Public Servant over Self-Servant.
But I will say one thing that has come up a lot in discussions since 11/4: Obama was also elected because he has reminded us that we are the ones that bring change. The last 8 years we have seen an administration that has blocked out the public. With Obama, we are reminded through him that the true administration of this land never changes: the American people. We need to be responsible in our actions, and consider the impact they have on us, our neighbors, and even those who we disagree with. And most of all, we need to demand that our government be accountable to us.
Freedom, for everyone, not just those we agree with.
Responsibility, accountability for your actions.
Rationality, a necessity for civil discourse.
later guys. If any of you old timers see this (I've only seen a post from Swin) hope you guys are doing well. Take care!
