Post #20 Change, I Hope...

It is too obvious for me to point out the historic value of today. Instead, I will only point out a few areas that I am hopeful will change for the better in the next four years.

- The Economy: We are facing an economic crisis not seen since the Great Depression.
I am hopeful that domestic jobs are created and responsible economic decisions are made.

- The War: Monthly costs for the war in Iraq exceed $12 billion. U.S. troop casualties number more than 4,200.
We need to push for Iraqi stabilization and withdrawal of our troops. I am hopeful that this war ends quickly and thoughtfully.

- Education: Our school system is failing and our children are suffering as a result.
I am hopeful that the new administration focuses on reforming our education system, providing our kids the opportunity to excel instead of just meeting minimum expectations.

I am mostly hopeful that we see four years of leadership based on intelligence and responsibility. Our problems did not happen overnight. They will not be fixed overnight. I am hopeful that we will do our part to make the changes that need to be made in order to fix what needs fixed.