Reflections on the Elections

I have participated in the past 2 presidential elections. Yet, both those elections were not as historical as the presidential election of 2008.

After enduring 8 years of the worst presidential administration of all time, this country needs a change. As a country, we endured terrorist attacks, economic downfall, hurricanes, and military invasions. The American constitution was disregarded and our liberty and rights were taken away. Yet, when George W. Bush is asked about his legacy he states "I liberated Iraqis". 

Within these past 8 years, this country has been kept in fear through belief of a constant threat against our nation. This fear is instilled within our people to keep us ignorant to the actions of our government, thus allowing us to be subject to the diction of the administration. 

This why there is such a dire need for change within our country. In this election, I saw a country come together through media, music, education, and youth movements in order to spark a revolution to ensure a change of administration. 

I first learned about Barack Obama back in 2004 with his role in the United State senate, I knew the man had a bright future, but I didn't think he would become president so quickly. Unlike our last president, Obama is charming, engaging, well spoken, and passionate about his work within this country.

Overall I am proud to have taken part in this historical election. I don't believe Barack Obama is going to be the perfect president, but he seems to be the lesser of the 2 evils. Although change was promised, Obama is already picking top Washington insiders to his Cabinet. The new president-elect is hiring people with experience into his administration but it seems as if it is more of the same. Only time will tell if this is a true change for this country or just the same game with different people.