It is such a big day here in the USA. After eight years of the Republicans tearing this country apart, invading countries, running up a record debt, and abandoning the health and education of the people, there is a time for change. Adrian prefers graphs and long detailed evidence-based policy documents, but there is something about watching Obama speak that is very inspiring. I get goosebumps when Obama talks about the great hopes that he has for America. We both agree, however, that Obama is the best choice – the only rational choice – for America and the rest of the world.

I hope that US citizens choose to vote. I hope that there are enough voting booths and voting machines for everyone. I hope that the ballots and machines record these votes accurately. I hope that people do not vote out of fear. I hope that people vote for universal health care. I hope that people vote for cheap, accessible, and quality health care. I hope people vote to end the war in Iraq. I hope people vote to rebuild Afghanistan. I hope the Democrats get over 60 seats in the Senate. I hope people vote for Barack Obama.