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It certainly is no longer your grandfather’s political process of callously smearing your opponent and watching their fortunes tank.

After 22 long months of hearing prospective suitors for the presidency make their cases, the lady America has opted for Barack Obama – practically an amalgamation of the multiplicity of the nation – as her best choice to lead her family for the next four years.

I called my son, OlaOluwa, whose 20th birthday it was on November 4 to congratulate him again on the double joy. I pointed out to my son the significance of the moment and encouraged him to take on the future with the confidence of the immense possibilities that this great country offers.

Challenge

In the weird practice of the American society, Mr. President is acknowledged as a black man in spite of the fact that he is of both white and black parentage; of little relevance now.

The challenge at this time is to the historically under-privileged half of the president’s heritage to conduct themselves above the pettiness that might be tempting. Obama’s election is

beyond the validation, though long overdue, of the equality of all peoples. The election offers the opportunity to demonstrate contrary to the failures of a major part of the past experience, inclusiveness that maximizes the potentials of this great country.

Congratulations, America.

Now, how ‘bout the young lady in the FedEx shop banging away at the window pane in excitement. And the elation when Mr. President acknowledged his people with that last wave over his huge limo!
God bless you and your families, Mr. President and Mr. Veep!