I've been a supporter of Obama since 2004, when I heard his speech at the Democratic National Convention.
I feel he's a transformative figure in American politics. He challenges us all to be better Americans -- to get involved in our political process, to pay attention to policy, to reclaim our Constitution, to take a long-term view of the problems that face us.
We the People have spoken, loud and clear - this country belongs to ALL of us, regardless of race, gender, age, religion or political ideology.
I'm very thankful that we cast this vote for our country, and for the whole world.
Congratulations to President-Elect Barack Hussein Obama -- and to us all!
I'm very disappointed in the caliber of the callers who supported McCain. They're focusing on bogus issues such as Obama "not being a citizen" or "being a Muslim" or "lying about his views" or "being in the pay of terrorists" - very ungracious, slightly illiterate sounding, belligerent, even nasty... they sound awful.
In contrast, the vast majority of Obama supporters are (understandably) jubilant, hopeful, focused, and (perhaps I'm being biased) more intelligent.
I hope those who supported McCain heed his words about supporting their new President, but I'm concerned about whether they'll even give him a chance.
Perhaps when they see the reaction of the rest of the world, it will give them pause. Perhaps, if they listen to the speech Obama gave tonight (I'm sure it will be replayed a LOT), they'll start to believe in their own power to change. Perhaps they, too, will allow themselves to be hopeful about the future, rather than angry about their loss.