Oh, not much at all! (Only the fate of our country and the world, the legacy of Obama and his presidency, and the next decade’s perceptions of the Democratic Party and all of its economic policies and theories. That’s all.)
Normally, it’s only the future of our country riding on an election, but this election comes with a much higher price. If Romney takes over and “stewards” the economy, the subsequent residue of Obama’s recovery will be all Romney’s to take credit for. I do believe the entire Democratic brand, as well as historical perceptions of Barack Obama’s presidency are at stake in this election. In short, he can either be counted among our best in history, or he will be dumped by the GOP into the wastebin under Jimmy Carter.
As popular as Obama is, and as good as the polling appears about Barack Obama himself, the president’s lead in the race has been very tenuous, and fragile. Look at the polling and results, and the powerful effects of public perception, after the first debate: one lousy debate made that big of a dent, after 4 years of governing and campaigning!
In short, I believe President Obama can nail this down tonight. The alternative is unthinkable, as I do not believe he can survive another bad round or two of hits to his numbers. I don’t know if it’s the internet-age with its instantaneous information, the rabid and irrational opposition in the era of Citizens United, or the fact that he is black, but everything is volatile, and it sure seems that his presidency cannot withstand another bad week.
Please join me after the voMitt puddle….
I can say this unequivocally: Barack Obama makes me want to be a better American, and a better citizen. I have never felt that way about any politician before. I will be giving it my all tonight, channeling and sending strength and sharp answers his way as I shadow- box around the room praying for the future of our country and our world and just knowing in my heart, I back the right candidate!
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