Yesterday I saw history made: we elected our first United States President that wasn't an old white guy. It's a milestone, but I think the reality of it is said best (as it usually is) by The Onion: Nation Finally Shitty Enough To Make Social Progress. Personally, I'm just relieved that we were able to elect a president without bickering over results that were within the margin of error.
I find myself quite impressed at Obama's victory. I'm not impressed with Obama specifically — we will see in time whether he has the right stuff to make good on his promises. What I'm most impressed with is that the majority of people believe in him. That instead of a world of fear and uncertainty, they believe in a world of hope and change. Obama is our new leader, but it is these people who will make change happen. And that gives me a warm, fuzzy feeling about our country that I don't think I've ever felt before.
Here's to all the people who have made and will make this happen.