Back in February when I was trying to decide between Clinton and Obama, one thing was clear: both would be better than what we have now, but during a Clinton presidency, I could sit back and return to my life.
An Obama presidency, however, would shake me out of my complacency and force me to get more involved.
It’s already happening. I’m tired, scared, and excited all at once.
First of all, let me confess, that I am playing this game on the sidelines. I have sent money when I can, sure, but I haven’t knocked on doors or made phone calls. Those activities will probably never be for me. It’s also true that I work full-time and have two very young kids (5 & 2). While others may be able to manage campaigning with a plate that full, I know when I’ve reached my limit, and believe me, I’m there.
At the same time, I can see the big changes that Barack has already wrought on the way that I communicate with my friends and neighbors, on how I think, parent, talk, and teach. And I’m so grateful for the ways in which new technologies let me participate in my own way.
Let me give you an example:
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