Tears of joy

Nothing was more touching than the tears on the face of Jesse Jackson last night. You might not agree with everyhtng that man has done in his life, but this isthe moment and we are the people we’ve been waiting for. Barack’s message last night, like all of his campaign, was about the work ahead. We are one nation. We have reached the mountaintop, the Civil War has ended at long last.

I also thought John McCain’s speech was especially gracious, and the reaction of his crowd as he spoke told me all I need to know about today’s Republican party. I hope something other than hate and meanness can rise from its ashes, as we need dialogue from all sides.

I echo Michelle Obama’s words: I can be proud of my country again. I got your email last night, sign me up, Barack!