A New America

I haven't ever really been a very politically minded person. I may have pretended to be over the years, but the reality is that I seemed to be able to understand opposing points of view, and had a hard time standing firm on one side of many issues. After I would present my argument for my viewpoint, I would listen to the other side and say, "I see how you could feel that way." Thus, leaving me vulnerable in my own stance. But, years of marriage to Nate {who is very good at defending an issue, and making the other side look quite ridiculous}, coupled with my increasing desire to see a government that will defend and sustain our constitution, preserving the freedoms we enjoy so that our children will also have that privilege have sharpened my vision and drawn me to one side of the fence. If I dare say, the Republican side. I voted for John McCain for the president of the United States, although I initially supported Romney for his strong economic background. For me the race was about political issues which I have worked hard to understand and take a position on. I do have to say, however, that there was a time in the presidential race that I was drawn to Barack Obama. He is a very eloquent speaker and, although I like George Bush, I got caught up in the rhetoric for change. I loved what he had to say about Fathers. {so did Alisa and Lonnie: see here} I liked that America was responding so well to a man of African-American descent. It felt like progress and change. But then I listened to the policies he presented and promptly remembered that I was voting for a president who would defend the policies and practices that I felt were most important in defending the constitution of our United States. {not to mention the tax thing: I support our government, but would like to have a little more choice as to how I distribute my charitable contributions. All that being said, I knew in my gut that Barack Obama would be the next President of the United States. I was sure that, for the reasons I mentioned above, there were many who would vote for him. And I'm ok with that. I hope that the tangible excitement felt during the inauguration persists, and that a spirit of optimism will permeate our great nation, helping everyone to see the opportunity and the goodness through the difficult times. So, say a little prayer for America and for our new President. Because "Yes, we can." And we will....