Progress is Always Change

Whether you are African American, Caucasion, Asian/Pacific Islander or any of the other wonderful variations that make up humankind, this week should be one of rejoicing. In the overwhelming majority vote inducting Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States of America, this country has taken a long overdue step towards healing the wounds of the racism and oppression that is engraved in its history. That said, I have to be realistic and accept that there are those Americans who went out and voted, not on the issues, but strictly based on color lines. There are those of limited mindsets who were of the belief that due to Obama's African lineage he was less than worthy of helping to lead this nation to recovery. There are still others who believe that he is the acception to the rule based on his multicultural upbringing. Wherever you stand, know this - our country is facing unprecedented woes and it will take a united focus and determination to even begin making strides towards becoming yet again a financially sound, powerful nation. This nation, for all its flaws can only progess if we focus on the issues and the solutions that bond us versus the things that make us different from one another.