Thank You Eli

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
--Margaret Mead

I've always though Margaret Mead's words were a lovely sentiment, but I'm not sure if I ever really believed them. Let me just say: at 11 pm EST on November 4th, I BELIEVED.

I'm not going to talk about the historic nature of this election, many have already written very eloquently on the subject. I want to talk about a group of thoughtful, committed citizens: the volunteers who made President-elect Obama more than just a dream, who instilled in us hope, and showed us that yes we can. These people not only supported the Obama campaign with their vote but they made phone calls and canvassed neighbourhoods. They were often received with hostility and disrespect but they persevered and look how that turned out.

So thank you, all of you for your hard work, change has come.

P.S. I know various people who volunteered for the campaign, but this post is especially dedicated to Eli who worked very hard in aiding the win in Ohio!