I'm pretty anxious right now about how this election is going to go down. Regardless of who wins, all I want is for it to be a clear winner. If there's any kind of funny business I will be pissed.
I got an email this morning from a friend with a video dissing Obama. I won't even go into what the topic was because it's pretty ridiculous. And this is what ticks me off the most. People grasping at straws. If you are really talking about issues and truly agree with McCain, ok, I can't argue with you, you have your legitimate beliefs. It's the people voting against Obama simply for that reason-- not to vote FOR McCain, but to vote AGAINST Obama. Does that make sense? The people grasping at little bits and pieces they've heard in the media...Obama's a Muslim, Obama isn't a U.S citizen (really??) At least get a true reason to stand by.
I also think there's a good number of people who are just afraid of change. Change is hard. With McCain we know what we're getting and we can complain if things don't start looking up but at least we're comfortable with that right? If Obama comes in, it's something we're unsure of. Could things improve?? What if they worsen?? What if nothing happens??
Which leads me to my other point. I know a lot of people who like Obama but don't think now's the right time for him. He could waste his potential because change is hard, and if there's no changes in 4 years (which is a very good chance, not because of what he wants/believes/or tried to do but because it takes a lot to change government and turn around the messes we're in) everyone will badmouth him and blame him, and not give him another term. All of which is true. I agree with those possibilities and know it's a very likely. But what I also believe is that it will never be a good time. I believe if McCain wins we'll be dug even deeper (and if we're not, hallelujah!) Whether the promises are kept, or we make any progress it's a risk I think we need to take. I'm willing to bet on Obama and hope for the best. I just believe someone's gotta get in there and take a shot.
And going back to my point about listening to the rest of the world---let's say nothing changes or things get worse...I still wouldn't want anyone but Obama representing us.
The scary thing is that this is just the beginning. It's been such a bloodbath throughout the entire election and because we're so divided and so passionate about it, the insults, judgements, and opinions are going to keep up, full steam ahead for 4 years. Rest up! Ready your defenses! hah
