DaleW wrote:
> Last night we went over to friends, to watch elections returns and
> celebrate. We ate chili, sushi, and mushroom canapes while watching
> returns (including Comedy Central, we actually watched Jon Stewart
> declare Obama the winner at 11), debating, and cheering.
>
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>
> I realize not everyone shares my political views, but I hope everyone
> appreciates the historical significance of last night. It was quite
> moving to me to watch alongside an African-American friend in his
> sixties, who never thought he'd see that day. I thought McCain's
> concession speech showed a glimpse of the McCain I thought was my
> favorite Republican 8 years ago, and Obama's speech was stirring yet
> nuanced, not the easiest combo.
>
I've always thought of John McCain as one of the good guys, but I think
he got tangled up trying to tow the party line. Maybe if he had run as
an independent, the results would have been different. I still think he's
a good guy, but I'm glad he won't be our next president.
JMHO
Dick R.