I Have a Dream...and a Few other Visions...

With the fastly approaching 2008 presidential election in less than two weeks, the Divided States of America is becoming more and more polarized in dealing with one of the most historical presidential campaign's in American History. It always hits home during election time when the the map of the United States in Red and Blue is shown. This map demonstrates the major political parties and their representation across America, amongst a few other things. It really shows the extent of "Unity" that truly exists in these "United States". But that's neither here nor there and not the issue of this entry. After all, the differences and diversity of America is what defines "This great Country, gosh darnit!" (a bit "Palinesque" lol).

What I wish to highlight however is what America may face post November 4th and what repercussions the election of either candidate (Obama or McCain) might have. Some might say that the election of Barack Obama to the White House might very well be the culmination of Martin Luther Kings "I Have a Dream" speech, while some believe the election of McCain to the White House might be likened to a potential eight more years of being one of the most hated-on countries in the World, and continued economic and social downfall for "The Empire". The fact of the matter is that after November 4th, America will face significant changes and challenges.

Many fear that the election of Senator Barack Obama or Senator McCain will lead to the emergence of hate crimes of all types potentially targeted towards both blacks and whites in America. Some people imagine the possibility of Riots and violent demonstrations. While you and I know damn well that race has been a major issue in this historic 2008 presidential campaign, a recent poll on AOL suggests that, "race won't be a major factor in the outcome of the presidential election." Perhaps it won't and all the whites who now claim to support Obama will not change their minds last minute in the poll booth. Perhaps the "Bradley Effect" or "October Surprise" will never occur.

Well, what I would like to know is, "What do you think?" Your ideas, comments and opinions on the matter are appreciated. The bottom line is, history is going to be made, do we embrace the results however they turn out? What are some of our biggest fears, challenges and or obstacles that lie in the path of "fixing America?", cause the economic stimulus packages damn sure aren't working lol.





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