A fork in the road.

In this 2008 election voters are coming out in mass numbers to have their voice finally heard. Why you may ask are people so passionate about politics when for the past two decades voting has been viewed as more of a chore than a civic duty and a privilege? The answer is simple. These Americans are all huddling around one single premise that seems to have found a place on the democratic candidates political platforms. The idea of change is appealing to almost all voters in this upcoming election. After eight years of George Bush's failed policies America's citizens are looking for a leader with the inept ability to carry us to this new world where America is the true super power that it is quite capable of being. The question is who is more apt to bring about change in government? Hillary Clinton with her recent surge from Tuesday's primaries and caucuses seems to be pushing the message of change to the working class and the elder electorate. However, Barack Obama has inspired the crucial youth vote with his inspiring speeches, his determination, and his mindset .that together we can overcome; as his campaign phrase states"Yes we can." Change itself is not an easy premise. As Barack and Hillary have both stated "change" comes from the bottom up. The divide among Democrats mostly comes from their opinions of Mr. Obama and Mrs. Clinton. Mr. Obama has frequently been scrutinized over his "lack of public service" and experience if you will. Although in our past as a country revolution and change has never come from those who live with outdated mindsets. Change comes from those who challenge the norm. Barack Obama has also been heavily scrutinized for his position on foreign policy. In a very bold and powerful move he has publicly stated that as President of these United States of America he will meet with foreign leaders face to face and rather than using brute foolish violence. He will follow the teachings of some of the greatest presidents and peace bringing people this country has ever seen and push diplomacy farther than hate. Mrs. Clinton however stands by the policy that we should not recognize our enemies and "give them the satisfaction" of acknowledging them. However, only through compromise can change happen. In the upcoming election the issue of experience will surely come up again. It is arguable to say that Barack Obama has legions of experience working with the downtrodden and desperate of Chicago as a community organizer. However, Hillary Clinton has had eight years of experience alongside her husband, former President Bill Clinton. In this upcoming election the vote will not be easy but we as Americans must see past skin color, gender, religion, and the past in order to look to the future with the man, or woman, who will take us there as brothers and as fellow citizens of this great country.