i thought obama's speech was really well done, as well. yes, yes, its all just words and fluff and typical political jargon. still, it's hopeful. hope isn't a better economy, or the end to terrorism, the fixing of wars, or even the return of the little sound things beneath user's avatars on the rkmbs. honest, it isn't. but there isn't anything wrong with hope. its a good thing, and a great starting place. even if his entire term is nothing more than a fluff piece, it can't be a bad thing to start feeling hopeful again.
i have many differences in opinions and policies with the guy, and worst of all, i just don't know that much about him yet (and not for lack of trying -- certain commentators on cnn tonight were even pointing out that we've never not known so much about a president elect before, much less a candidate). buuuut, he's the president, my president, and he gets a fair shot by me, at the very least.
