Happy Belated Election Results
It has been a busy week, for both myself and the country. People came out in record numbers last Tuesday and voted into office the first African American President of the United States. It is truly remarkable and I can honestly say that I was never certain I would see the day.
It’s funny - before the election, all I could think about was that I wanted Obama to win due to the inspirational nature of his speaking, the majority of his political beliefs, and a hidden hope that he is even more radical than the moderates believe, which would be alright with me. However, the night of the election, all I could think about was how amazing it was that Americans, after all of these years of discrimination, came out in record numbers to elect our first black President. It was ubelievably moving. I was blessed to be in New York, sharing it with millions of strangers who responded as if we were all long time friends. We toasted with everyone, hugged perfect strangers and smiled from the announcement until this very moment.
Lastly, I will say this. I thought John McCain’s speech that night was beyond inspirational. The man is truly an American hero, whether I believe in his policies or not. And, on that night, he put Counrty First as he came out and spoke about unity, support, and about the unprecedented events of the evening. I think he helped to remind people that, if we are to succeed, we must do it together, regardless of race, political affiliation or any other social classes. That night was the first time that I truly saw McCain as a great man and felt very inspired by him.
I look forward to the change that Barack brings to America, both through his beliefs and through what an African American President means for the progress of our country. As a Mexican American, though privileged as I may have been in my life, I am grateful for the progress we have made for all minorities and all of the activists, leaders and voters who have helped to continue moving America forward. Let us all continue.