And I’m awake and it’s official…

He did it. He actually did it. And more than that, America, you did it!

Barack Obama is the new President-Elect of America. He’s going to be President. Wow. I can hardly believe it’s real. This is incredible. Today really is the start of a new America.

Today’s the day…

The polls are open. How will it end? Who knows? I’m crossing fingers and eyes and toes and legs for an Obama victory, which will make it somewhat problematic driving to work, but I figure it’s worth it!

Considering all the anti-Americanism that been pretty rampant the last few years, I think Americans can take heart from the overwhelming interest in this election. The world wants Obama to win, because he represents the America I think we all want to believe in. The world wants to believe in America. The fact that so many people around the world are invested in this election is testament to the fact that underneath all the animosity and resentment there’s still a real belief and affection there for America. It’s disappointment that’s soured the relationship. You have to care in the first place before you can really hate something.

So here’s to an Obama victory and a new chapter in American history!