A Political F*&k You
I’m happy. For the first time since the 90’s, I’m happy with how the vote turned out. The last two presidential elections were severe disappointments to me. And the last gubenatorial election (2002) was a bust. This time around, Massachusetts got it’s first democrat governor in well over a decade (the country’s second African-American governor…which surprised me), but it looks like the national administration is no longer under a one-party rule. A party that, in my opinion, has helped make the U.S. of A. the laughing stock (and one of the most hated and misunderstood countries) of the world. For that reason, I’m thrilled that the people of this country have provided the appropriate slap-in-the-face to the Republican party.
Of course, I am being hypocritical here because now Massachusetts is under one-party rule. I have to admit that this does concern me a wee bit. I do have some conservative traits in me and do believe a system of checks and balances is healthy. But after the last few Republican administrations in this state, I’m optimistic about this change.
In addition to being optimistic, I’m also happy today. My friend, David, is arriving from Chicago this afternoon. He comments on here as “Dave from Chicago (2)”. This should be fun. I’ve only spent time with him in Chicago. Now it’s my turn to play host in Boston. Of course, I’m working tomorrow so he’ll be on his own all day (what a great host I am). But on Friday and Saturday we’re heading down to the Cape – which should be a blast. It’s going to be me, him and Randy and we’re staying in a suite at a guesthouse with bedrooms, fireplace, jacuzzi and deck. The weather is supposed to be perfect, too.
And hopefully I can introduce him to Karyn (Vexed in the City) since he’s a huge fan of her blog. I love being matchmaker.
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What’s weird is that the first black governor (post-Reconstruction) came from my home state of Virginia. I remember lobbying for Wilder back in the early 90’s (or late 80’s, I forget exactly when). As I just wrote in my blog, I will not be completely happy unless Allen loses there. I’m also saddened that they joined the ranks of the constitutional bans for gay marriages, but it’s very par for the course there.
I’m keeping my fingers crossed here.
Yes, today is a glorious day for America. They’d better not, however, screw us over. Hope you guys have fun this weekend.
Sounds like you’re gonna have a blast!
I CANNOT COPE WITH THIS LEVEL OF PRESSURE! GAAAAA!