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With a new administration on the horizon, what are your hopes for this country in 2009?

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Pat at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that our job,s stay here in the USA. Get our country back to where a low income person can make ends meet.
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Elke at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm looking forward to a smart, well-spoken president who will be looked to by the world for strong leadership and as a role model for the country and then the world to work together.
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eavacne at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope the economy bounce back and in a couple of years i can retire and not worry about my retirement fund not being there,the war stops and bring our young men home to raise their family, cut taxes for the ones that need it the most and get a health care plan that everyone can afford and for god sake stop the greedy oil companies from robbing the country blind.
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Mary at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm not sure which candidate will win but I hope he will be able to get this country in order again as it is the pits right now. So many things have to be corrected that he will have a long way to go and will need a lot of help not only from Congress but also from the People.
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john at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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No matter which candidate wins, that person is now in office. I would hope that we could all get along and support our elected officials. The next election is our opportunity to change whatever we don't like. But at the present time we should support our elected officials rather than undermine them. This doesn't mean we have to agree with what they do but don't keep backstabbing.
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Big O at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Simply put, Spiritual Revival!
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patricia at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am looking forward to rational decision-making, thoughtful policies, and calm negotiations.
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Ruth at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope for our country is that no matter who becomes our next president, he will work with the congress to get us out of the mess that the government has gotten us into in the first place. We need lower taxes, better health care and more regulation on the banking industry. We sure don't need any more Freddies and Fannies. And I would hope that the media would stop badgering one party while praising the other. Fairness and truth in reporting is much needed.
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ivel terry at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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i hope some one can fix this place be fore it get any worse.i hope they pick the right one.
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wendy mixell at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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As with every new president,I hope for good and pray and support each one because he is our elected offical and we should honor them.
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Pam at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Our country is in deep trouble in many areas. Neither candidate is dynammic and neither has satisfied me with a plan for moving our country forward and addressing some critical issues such as the war, the economy, poverty, etc.
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Nancy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I don't like any of the candidates.
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Julie at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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What I am hoping for is a better economy, more jobs, our money value to raise, more help for people losing their homes, and that our new president will be able to change the anger that other countries have for us to accepting the USA! Also, that the war in Iraq and Afganistan ends soon.
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Rita Schweinhagen at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I will try to give my support to our new President even though he was not my first choice. I do hope he can accomplish at least some of the things he has so promised. Live United is our United Way Campaign Logo. I would like this to be our Logo for the United States. God Bless America!
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rgr50 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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That our country will truly prosper under the leadership of President Obama and our service members get to see positive results from their sacrifices abroad.
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dadiva at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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A new begining
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Teresa at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am very fearful for the future of our country, but I do pray we can come together and work on the issues that affect us all. I especially hope that we will once again begin to value life, young or old, and treat all life with respect.
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mrweis at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope for 1) an opportunity for racial harmony based on modeling appropriate behavior, 2) health care reform that is fair to both patients and providers, 3) an increase in the NIH budget, 4) a sense of measured, thoughtful decision-making in the White House.
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Dick at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I will be glad to see the election over and watch the economy improve under the capable leadership of President Obama and a veto-proof Democratic Congress!
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hsmith at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I think that this country has become separated and divided into so many different groups. Therefore my hope is that our presidential leader will be able to unite some of these groups together to enable our nation to gain strength in numbers, become focused in cause and win with determination to suceed overall.
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Chrissy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that gas prices continue to go down and that Pell Grants are given a raise (the amount of money that is given to each student who qualifies) as well as a revamping of the educational system that encourages more charter schools and private schools (being opened). I also hope that a troop withdrawl will happen but not in such a way that we have sacrificed for nothing, too many have died for there to be nothing accomplished. I hope that the bailout is persued to be paid back and that the government (we the people) will actually make a profit out of this loan to wallstreet. I would also like to see the bigwigs who profitted from the mess they made be held accountable and have everything taken back from them and they should all be prosecuted!
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FRANCIS MOCK at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Not looking for much with the democrats giving every thing away. and cutting our military to bits.
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Andy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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That Barack Obama wins. Then all will be well.
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jmadsen at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am looking forward to big changes in the country. I want to see the war in Iraq ended and our people come home. I think we need to pay more attention to the homeland and our problems here: poverty, famine, no jobs, too much money going to the war. I'm looking forward to all peoples pulling together as one--Americans--rather than as individual races, nationalities or religions. We need to rebuild for a stronger, braver, united America.
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Thomas Martin at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would like to see no back biting in the future between the different political groups. I would hope that our Government will proceed ahead to handle our problems with honesty and what is best for our Country.
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Jo B at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that whichever candidate is elected to the highest office in the land on November 4 will truly work hard to bring about some of the changes promised during the campaign, changes that will make life better for all citizens of this great country: Lower taxes, provide health care for all, lower college costs, provide better schools for our children, lower gasoline prices, better job opportunities, straighten out the mortgage mess, improve the economy,and bring our brave troops home soon to their families.
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Margaret Stephenson at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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There are several issues that each of the canidates have that I disagree with. And it really doesn't matter who is elected, we are witnessing a historical event. We will either have the 1st African American (I really hate those politically correct phrases too), or the 1st female V.P.. As it turns out Obama won the election. I rooted for him when he was running for the Senate the 1st time. And he accomblished some good things for the State of Illinois. What we need to do is band together and stand behind our new President. But I also strongly feel that it would be wrong of us to just pull our troops out of the Middle East. And I hope his advisors convince him to stand back for awhile. And I pray that he will be given the opportunity to do some good for The United States of America.
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Sally at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would hope that the economy would improve. This country needs to create and KEEP jobs here in America. If everyone was working, the economy would improve, and there would be less crime.
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TBH at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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We need someone with a backbone! Someone who will look at what Austrailia did and follow suit....if you want to "join" our country then you need to "learn" our country...why are we...the americans...the ones who have to learn a new language, pay more for health insurance, pay more taxes, pay for a better education for our children, etc., etc., etc., and the ones that "join" us are getting free health insurance, no taxes, free education, not to mention the free food, housing, medicines, and government checks...enough is enough!
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RuthAnn Danielson at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My main hope is that we will be able to recognize the main tenants of our country four years from now, specifically our freedoms (such as they may be even now) and that we will be able to continue our own individual hopes,dreams, and aspirations. We don't need to be forced to support or lift up those who do not want to put forth the same effort. Dreams are realized through hard work and personal sacrifice. Americans are the biggest givers in this world whenever a disater strikes or we know of another in our community, our country or even in the world in need, is that we respond to thaose needs - in a big way. It would be nice to know we will be able to continue to do that in the future.
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James at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Let's pray that President Obama leads this nation in all the wright ways and brings everyone together.
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Chi at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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For the first time since Kennedy, I feel deep, honest, life-giving Hope. Past messes by numerous administrations take time to fix. Patience and concerted, cohesive efforts of many, are needed to turn The Ship off rocky shoals, onto navigable waters: help Ourselves and the World repair damages. Obama cannot do it alone. The People must say what we WANT the world to look like. Fix environmental issues: without a functional world, there's no point in anything else. As those get fixed, associated repairs to education, support for sciences, more jobs, cleaner industries, better medical coverage and care will happen: Everything is linked to environment. The World knows "as the US goes, so goes the world". We finally placed a candidate they respect into office--a rare occurrence! Take deep breaths, roll up shirtsleeves, get ready to work!
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Becka at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that people weigh the issues carefully. Both candidates have good and not so good platforms. I think one of them has a great speaking ability, but will he be able to deliver what he has promised? I'm thinking, no. He is too inexperienced to carry out his big, unrealistic plans. I'm just saying....
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Cindy Pfister at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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We need a Democrate to become President. I think that we need help in better insurance and economy. I don't think that War is the answer. We need to bring our Men and Woman back!
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Elizabeth R. Baecher at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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This promise of change has be a long time in coming. I supported this effort and look forward to a positive result.
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Linda McFarland at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I have hopes that with new people will come new ideas that will get our country on the road to financial recovery. No matter who was elected they would have a large struggle this first year to work towards financial recovery and to settle our affairs overseas. We are very naive if we believe that we have full honesty in our officials and that because of a new election there will be straight across the board in making laws and passing legislation that will fix everything. We just have to make sure we study and elect those we believe in and make sure the check and balances are in order.
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Datalady at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Right on, Grace! I’m so tired of our tax money being spent to provide accommodations for people who are here illegally. Neither candidate for president is willing to address this issue for fear of offending someone. Why be afraid of offending illegal aliens? They can't vote. I've heard Obama talk about companies that ship jobs overseas; what about companies that hire illegal aliens? The jobs are gone no matter what happens. We will never get ahead no matter how much we work and save because the government will find ways to take more tax dollars and use them to help criminals (or people who refuse to help themselves). Our infrastructure can't support this huge, unplanned growth in population. Our schools are not equipped to provide so much ESL help. Please, anyone who is frustrated about this, continue to write your political leaders. You can visit www.numbersusa.com, which provides a free fax service that allows you to send personalized faxes to your political leaders.
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colleen at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would like to see Obama run this country like it should have been ran for many of years!
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Amanda at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hopes are tax cuts for the middle class and to restore or economy, we are headed for the next great depression. The Biggest one of all is to bring our troops home. They have been there long enough
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Robin at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm just worried that whoever gets in won't do a decent job--based on our choices this time around, if we were given that option "none of the above" would win in a landslide!
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Anita at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope the economy improves, gas prices continue to go down, and the Republicans win!
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Rose Root at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I have real Hope that this country will move forward with Families and Small Businesses leading the way...screw Big Business they have done nothing for this country except ROB US BLIND!!!
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DCP at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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This is one of if not THE most important presidential elections. We need to vote. I'm voting for Barack!
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tonimac67 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Well, it's the day after the big election and I am hopeful that now that we have a new president-elect our nation will start to move in the right direction and the economy, which is, right now, my number 1 worry, takes a turn for the better. I know it will be months, if not years, before we are out of the hole we're in, but I am very hopeful that last night we took a big step in rectifying the situation
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MISSYSJOSTROM at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I THINK IT'S GREAT WE HAVE A DEMOCRATAS PRESIDENT.ALSO THE MAJORITY OF THE SENATE IS ALSO DEMOCRATS.OBAMA AND HIS WIFE TOOK THEIR OWN MONEY AND HELPED OUT THE HURRICANE VICTIMS AFTER IKE.IT'S ALSO AWESOME THAT HE IS GONNA PULL THE TROOPS OUT OF IRAC.ABOUT TIME.MY FIANCE IS A NAVY VET AND HE WAS IN IRAQ.UNFORTUNATELY IT'S GONNA TAKE HIS WHOLE TERM AS PRESIDENT TO UNDO ALL OF BUSH JR'S DAMAGE.
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m.littlepath at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that we can put aside our fears and work towards peace in our homes ,coumminities and our country
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Maria at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Following the election of the President I hope that the economy goes better.
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Roland at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Moral Stabillity
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pegggy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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That the world will be a better place,and racism will stop!
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Linda B at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Get Back To the Basics, The land of the free,the brave, and now the poor, wake up america. Our ancestors, came to america to build a future, to be free, to better their lives. We elected our representives, we need a new policy that can also fire them, when they are not doing their jobs and abusing their position. Take back AMERICA. Stop distroying America. Lets get back our hopes, dreams, freedom, and our soldiers. Put a cap on oil prices, less taxes, end price gouging. Health insurance is not just for some but for all. Lets all do our part, make america the country of all countries
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teresa2295 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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We need to go back to taking care of our own country and the people in it.
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Danielle, NY at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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This is the begging of a new era for the USA and i hope to see the economy strengthen to its potential once again.....Go OBAMA!!!
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James at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope it will bean easy transfer and that the new administion will keep the campain promises it made
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Joe McCormack at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope and pray the Barak is our next president. We need to change how we live in the ever shrinking world. Joe
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ajc at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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The United States of America military troops return home and stop this senseless war. And our state financies help those that need it to releive the stress we have had to endur these past 8 yrs.
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Rose at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I don't have high hopes for the coming administration. I believe we can expect higher taxes, higher energy prices and cuts on the military spending as this has already been announced as being part of a new stimulus package and since I have a grandson serving in Iraw this worries me. A strong defense is a good offence. I am worried about future supreme court appointees as they are sure to be liberal. I have read the future presidents book and some of his statements worry me. May God Bless America.
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Michael at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Things will get turned around and this country will look a lot better than it does today. God Bless American, We've come a long way.
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Maj Tom at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Obama gave a great victory speech. McCain gave a great concession speech. If McCain had kept the tenor of his campaign consistent with his concession, this race would have been much, much closer. That, coupled with Sarah Palin, wrecked him. Obama's campaign was a smooth juggernaut. He never lost his sense of direction or purpose. He is to be congratulated for his campaign. If he runs the country like he ran his campaign, this country has nothing to fear, and much to gain, from him. Let's get to work!
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Chris at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Politicians care more about their interests than the needs of the people they are to represent. If they cared so much about us then why do they have more benefits and money than us average tax payers? I wish I had the same garenteed health insurance and pension plan as the politicians, than I would say all citizens are equal and I would not loose sleep wondering if I will loose my health insurance because employers can drop benefits at any time. We citizens need to remind politicians that we put them in office and we too can take their benefits and jobs away if we stick together and demand changes.
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Ruth at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I have my doubts about how things will be ran. I hope Obama doesn't shut down the coal mines like he is talking. Several towns in my state would become ghost towns.
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Sandy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I agree with what I have read from the others who responded. Just know this and you probably already do,it is not going to happen overnight. Bush left him a mess to contend with amd I am sure he will filter through it and do what he has promised us he would do. He has 4 years to prove his mettle and I think he will surprise all of us even the ones who didn't want him in there. Obviously there were some republicans who wanted change and also voted for Obama. Also to the congressmen and women we work as hard as you do and we pay into social security and we get barley enough to survive on and you don't even pay in and you get way to much when you retire. That is not justice.
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Terrie Bissell at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I wish our country could do positive campaigns
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Tony 333 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I can only hope that they don't keep saying we need to vote for the lesser of the two evils. I will not vote for evil be it lesser or not. Once someone is running that believes in the way the party is supposed to believe then maybe I won't have to keep doing write ins.
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michelle at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I seriously hope that OUR AMERICA can pull together for the betterment of all human-kind .
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Bob Kessler Jr at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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That we elect a President with the courage and conviction to lead our country for the next four years devoid of war, economic failure, housing depletion, worsening inflation, increasing homelessness, higher unemployment, and lower wages. This sounds ideal but we deserve better than what we are currently experiencing.
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Kayla at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that whoever gets elected does the EXCATE opposite of what Bush has done for this country. The middle class and lower needs the tax breaks and the Upper class and higher needs to be taxed. Plus we need someone who will turn the economy around and not give our jobs away to other countries.
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Marilyn at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am so excited! I feel like it will be the best of the 1960s again. I am expecting only good things. . . for the environment, for animal rights, for women's rights, for the economy, for the end of the war, for everything!
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ohbill at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope the republican party gets thier gear together and we get back to a two party system, with all its restaints, and checks and balences.
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Jolusimo at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Obama
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tmmcash@aol.com at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Big Changes and people comming together as a whole
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Susie at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I wish we would have more money to spend on extras.
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Becky at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Everyone seems to forget that it's not up to the President to fulfill our hopes and dreams...we must work ourselves to accomplish what we want....to blame our current president or future presidents when they are done with their terms is stupid because most decisions that affect our lives start with the bad/good ones that we personally make and then they trickle up to those who end up making bad/cood choices for the country. If you work you eat, if you want something do something so you can get it. It shouldn't be given to you without working!
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Elvin at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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hope for a happy victory over the terrists, and have our own oil production, so we can have lower energy price
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S. Moore at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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It's now the day after and I am happy at the outcome..we, the people, have spoken..President elect Obama is our change, our hope.
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Chris at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am happy with the new president elect. I hope he can make changes that restore the ecomony. We are spending billions of dollars on a war,when our country needs that money for the economy, education,social security,healthcare etc. We also need to be watchful for the threat of terriots.
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William Ferares at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope something is done about the horrible state of our health care system! I'm on Medicare and it's awful! Especially the "wonderful" new prescription drug program! What a farce THAT is!
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mahjongg39 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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my hope for the country, or at least my neck of the woods, is that after the vote is said & done, people get their blasted advertisements off our neighborhood's fences. i hate looking at all that garbage day in & day out. i know it's a law that politicians who put up advertisements have so many days to remove them. so cops... do your duty and fine them for leaving our city a trash heap.
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Abner Salant at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would like to see intelligent, bi-partisan leadership restored in Washington that truly focuses on the needs of people and acts on principle rather than self-interest and expediency.
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kenndeb at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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An Obana Victory!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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kari at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope Obama wins
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nicole at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope for a better place for people to live in. I hope there will be better jobs and pay. I hope for the war to be over and the troops to come home. I hope for better taxs cut and proverty.
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BETTY at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that everyone can come together and do what's right for the country.
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Claudia at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I certainly hope Obama wins and the Dems take Congress overwhelmingly, end the illegal war in Iraq; take steps to fix the economy (NOT by bailing out insurance companies & Wall St. firms); restore corporate regulations; restore habeas corpus; bring us together as a nations; restore our world image; create a WPA-type jobs program; work on the infrastructure; overturn the Bush administration's dangerous programs for the rich; take immediate steps to impeach Bush & Cheney; get rid of Pelosi & Reid. As for lowering taxes, with what money do you people think Bush has been paying his vile bills????? I would love to pay lower taxes, but then, it's time to waker up, America: We pay, they spend. I don't mind if the money goes to pay for social programs like, Social Security, Medicare, National Health Care; edfucation, and the like.
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Anne at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that the change promised will include an increased focus on education. Studies show that the more educated a person is, the less likely he or she is to commit crimes and go public assistance. I would also like to see an increase in the standards rather than a continued downward adjustment of expectations. People perform to 80% of expectation, so raise the bar.
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babyhedred at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm looking forward to seeing a fresh new face bringing in fresh new ideeas to office. I'm a little fearful, bur hopeful at the same time that Obama can save our plunging economy. I hope to see some healthcare reform.
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biged55 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am looking forward to finally having an intelligent person in the white house. things can only get better.
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Darlene at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope we stop destroying other countries so we don't have to spend billions putting them back together.
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Willarene at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope we get a President that will think of the little people instead of who can do them the most good. I hope they get the economy back on its feet and bring a little peace to the people. Consider health care Socical Security and not raise taxes any more, We can't take it.
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Rhonda58 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Either way I wish to see our people being cared for health and secure, troops return home to protect our borders, and let's get back to business here at home. We need to work together and work hard to be the greatest country on Earth, get our spot back to #1. Stop spending money on people that hate us and make us pay for what we tear up while we are fighting for them!!! Save our money! Pay our bills and get our alternate fuel straight, and ween ourselves of overseas bloodmoney for oil!!! Values of school are wrong, they are copy for copy of each year of years. The old way - by a competent book - free thinking. Enable these young minds to grow and get us back to the top...school is broken for the child left behind item! Toss it!!
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Vennise at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would like the country to become one as a whole. I would love that our troops come home and lets start taking care of our own people instead of people who do not like us. We have starving people here, we have homeless people which have probable doubled with the state of our financial system going to pot. Let's come together to pick and choose our battles. Life is too short!
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Terri Sutton at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am hoping for an improved ecomony, more jobs, housing forclosures to cease. I am tired of the rich getting richer and the poor getting poorer. I am also tired of CEO's and other top executives taking millions of dollars in compensation when their workers are being laid off, pay reduced, etc.
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kk1 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that this country, will have a leader who knows how to get us out of Iraq without bring the war here, and I think we all want it over but to many want it over without thinking of the price thats been paid already and quitting before its finished or not doing it in a responible way, with someone who knows what its like for our troops and have the best outcome, will bring disaster here. I also hope we can get back to the Godly principles and things our founding fathers set forth, we are a blessed country and a blessed country has certain responsiblitys, the fact we have to vote to treat animals humanly, to keep marriage sacred and children safe says were far from what they intended , how can we expect Gods blessings when right and left were stomping on God and our forefather desires for us
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joy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope we will begin to invest more in our own country and less in foreign governments that end up hating our involvement after they are through needing us. I hope we can become less dependent on foreign oil and bring jobs back to this country. I hope the middle class will actually become strengthened as promised and that we will become more giving as a society and more willing to volunteer.
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david riddle at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Economy, and get our troops home. They were killed for nothing.
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sherry at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I think US is getting ready to get worse then it is right know. But i will be voting
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Pat at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that the middle class American can stop being pushed and falling through the cracks. We are getting less and less and have a harder and harder time to get ends to meet -- in housing, health and just day to day living at a somewhat comfortable position. We get less and less help from government, fewer and fewer breaks from anyone and have to do everything outselves at our own expense. I see the poor getting housing, food, medical and the rich getting discounts, freebies and big bonuses. The middle class gets none of this. Isn't it about time that we get what we have worked all our lives for????
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Marie Mulder at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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i hope we the people can come together, i hope for a better america
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Kathy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm hoping maybe he's going to do some of the things he's promised while campaigning. We all know they make promises and then they don't stick to them.
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Michelle at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hopes are that are new president helps better the economy, there are no jobs, prices are so high on everything & taxes are horrible, i just would like it to get better, Oh & for that war to finally end, its ridiculous.
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Kathie at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that the economy turns around and America becomes booming again with local jobs. I would like to see an end to our troops in Iraq and more focus on helping poor Americans. We need more affordable health insurance. I pray that our new President will do what's best for our country.
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Karen at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am truly hoping he can get everything turned around. However, some things are beyond his help, Such as the housing crisis. Short of having the government pay off all the mortgages of people in trouble, there is not much he can do. I shudder everytime, he mentions what he will do across the board for tax incentives to all. We are sooo far in debt we are never going to dig our way out. I hope he brings all our military boys home. I feel that situation is a lost cause. I pray every night for the Lord to intervene somehow. Our beautiful free country is in big trouble.
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Lisa at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that we can finally work on the major problems that this country faces and also put our nation moving forward rather than keeping us from accomplishing our goals to better our country.
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Sue McG at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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We need a president who can make our country financially stable, take care of it's citizens by not allowing large corportations not to sell them out, move employment out of our country and then be rewarded for it, create a national health care program that takes care of everyone so individuals would not be in debt for the rest of their lives trying to pay of medical bills. We need change and I hope we see it with this election as it't pretty scary and I want my children, grandchildren to have a future to look forward to.
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LISA COOK at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEW ADMINISTRATION....I AM SURE IT WILL BE BETTER WITH A FREASH APPROACH...
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Tim at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I can't wait for the election to be over.
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nermal at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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charity begins at home why help other counterys and still our boys and young ladys come home hurt or dead
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Terri at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hopes are to see the war end. the stock market go back up and prices for fuel & gas go down.
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Student at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I really want the new administration to make sure that health care is available to everyone and hopefully make the decisions that will lesson the affect of the financial crisis.
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goldenc at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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change! Hope things are turned around with this election
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George Gilbert at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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With todays election I hope the economy will improve and who ever wins will have some way of putting people back to work, bring our soldiers home and spend the money on something that will help americans. Health care is a need for most americans, if you work you have health care, we need health care for unemployed americans
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Rosa at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I pray that our people would want a better way of living to better themselves our country offers many things that we can do if we just realize we are a free country and we are offered schooling , many freebees to better ourselves not to take advantage of but to better our lives, our new administratuom will offer the same so lets unite love one another and live by our makers rules and stop the craziness we are alive be happy help others dont hurt others live with love peace and joy
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Carole at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that this administration will operate for all. I am hoping that we eliminate red/blue garbage and concentrate on the good of all. I want to see needed changes in No Child Left Behind which was sound in theory, but not based on research. It is unattainable the way it is and consumes way too much teacher time. My hope is that this administration will concentrate on education, health care, the poor and middle class, not hate and war. I hope that this administration acts to retain separation of church and state. I want to see a restructuring of the budget. We have the money to take care of our country. But way too much goes to a war that was begun for the wrong reasons. I have great hopes for the restoration of our country's reputation in the world! My prayer is that we can move toward a world of peace.
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fran at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that the president that is elected today can change to ways but if feel that he is left with such a mess from bush that it will take him a long time to correct the mess that his change will have to be put to the back burner
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Sharon at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope to see increased equality for all people of color and for women. I also hope for an end to the War(s) in Afghanistan and Iraq. I hope to see a resurgence of our economy and a strong American dollar. And I hope that all of Bush's crimes come out and he is prosecuted for ruining a nation for the last 8 years.
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Amanda at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would like to see our economy pick back up, our soldiers supported and education stepped up a notch.
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Mary at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I don't really follow the elections alot but I do vote. I would like to see the candidates just run on their merits and not put each other down all the time. We all have things we've done in our past we are not proud of and some of the things the candidates uses against each other aren't even worthy of mentioning. The past is past. Too bad we can't just have an honest campaign instead of all the mudslinging.
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Denise at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that the nation divided will achieve solidarity. That our new president will take us forward into a new era of peace, health care for all and do this without taxing us to death to achieve it.
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Jennifer at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I honestly feel that things can't get much worse than right now.But things can go up! I really hope that there is a real plan to help strengthen our economy NOT more bail outs that did not work! As a mom of two I am ashamed to think about, when my children go to School and learn about Government, what is going to be taught about this past era.
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Pat at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Focus on rebuilding a sound, sustainable economy that can then be leveraged to develop a universal healthcare system in which insurance companies play no part. This should at least parially be achieved through the dramatic reduction of military spending and support for the military-industrial complex. Peace will not be achieved through war. Oh, and lean on the government of California to overturn Proposition 8.
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Pastor Dave at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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While some domestic issues are related to my primary concern, if we do not neutralize international terrorism all the other issues are moot and irrelevant. We need a strong economy,a strong national security program, a strong military, and a strong manufacturing base - especially technology and heavy industry, and unity of national purpose in order for us effectively to address the neutralizing of international terrorism.
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rhonda wilcox at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would like to see your soldiers to come home,for our government to get the economy under control.I would like to see all the uninsured get insureance.
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hope4all at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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May prayer is that we in America will stop promoting fear and despair and begin to believe the best about our future regardless of who takes office. I pray that we will put away harshness, bigotry and critical judgements of each other. We all have the freedom and responsibility to form opinions and vote according to their own hearts' convictions. Our country has survived many atrocities and we're still here! Let's not deceive ourselves based on fear into living from a negative and defeated perspective. God is greater than the plans and ways of men; a house divided against itself cannot stand. United we stand, divided we fall!
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Ruth at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope all of America will stand behind our new president and support him. Other countries are watching us to see how and what America will do next. I hope we do the right thing.
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FromNew York at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Pray for the best.
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peg at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope we can get the economy back on track and that the government can make positive changes without personal interests!
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Gail at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope for a job and the creation of new jobs. Approval for more VA centers so vets don't drive 2 1/2 hours to be seen for a routine visit. No more spending money the country doesn't have to create a balanced budget. I want to see the changes made that were promised. Without it there is no change from the way it has been with repbulican presidents.
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Richard LeFrancis at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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We need to get the economy back on track and get rid of the deficite, getting back to where we were in the Clinton years.
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luann at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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im hoping for a better health plan for our country
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Priscilla at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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At this moment I think there is a lot of uncertainty in the country, I do not think either of the candidates are prepare to lead the nation
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Bruce Haldane at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that we do fall into a socialist mentality.
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Diane Allen at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am so happy with the outcome.Finally us little people will get some help.I hope he works on jobs and health ins for everyone.
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del at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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peace and a decent economy and universal health care
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Shelley at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope we can bring the troops home quickly and safely
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Rita at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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A strong country and a lot more pride in it.
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Mary at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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A change for the better for our Country
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Robin at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm hoping for someone to be in office that understands the difficulties that ordinary Americans experience in the financial arena, in healthcare, and I want a President that respects the small business and makes it easier for small businesses to compete and prosper.
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jamie5511 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that we bring our men and women home from iraq and those other countries. This country has needs of its own. I also hope that our hungry, homeless and uninsured will reap some benefits and I hope the new tax rebate goes through. SOME of us that were affected by Hurricane IKE are STILL struggling!! I hope the unemployed folks who lost their job due to IKE gain employment soon and if they dont I feel the unemployment benefits should be raised. WHO can live on $147.00 a week??????????
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craig at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I simply want my government to help the financial aspect of the country stable and start to grow. Once that happens, then we can afford to raise a few taxes and decrease the national debt.
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Julie at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that our country will elect a seasoned leader who can work with congress to help direct our country on a path of economic stability, setting a leadership role instead of a worldwide policing role.
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Ceceilia at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am thrilled that the youth of this country has successfully taken back the governance. It is the right of all citizens to choose and participate in the who works for the people and with the people. There is now change in the air. Seniors can relax and not fear losing their benefits. Middle Income Amercians will get a break and we are headed towards energy independence. The most heart warming result of this historical election is that this insane war can now be ended and focus directed at the Perpetrators of 911. I feel like there is hope in the words of our new president elect"Yes We Can."
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bigchanel at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am hopeful for an overall change in every aspect of government and the american people will come together and support the positives of this new administration
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Pam at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Recovery of the economy; return of this country's core values
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addion2 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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i would like to see people vote based on morals and not the economy. money is just money. but there are innocent lives at stake here.
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Lori at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am excited and am looking forward to positive changes in the very near future.
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Becca at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I pray for our country and our President. I pray that we go to the Bible for answers. I pray money stops being the most important factor, and unborn babies become much more important. God bless our country!
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Sharon at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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That we realize we are all in this together and put on this earth to help each other.
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P Roberson at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm thankful to have 8 yrs of republican tyranny behind us and a fresh outlook, insofar as world opinion of America goes... oh and bring our troops home. Let the Arab's fight one another while we look for new energy sources!
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BARBARA W SIMMONS at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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To get someone in that will really make a difference in the county.
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Merlyn at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I don't think it is going to change right away. There are too many messes to clean up. I hope and pray for the end to our soldiers getting killed for oil and the start of a new awareness of equality for all human-kind.
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snoflake at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I did not vote for Mr. Obama But he is our president for the next 4 years I hope that he can help the lower and middle class WORKING people. Along with the general ecomony
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Brenda J Ashford at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Work together and get the country back on track. The war, health care, elder care and reform the banking industry.
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Terry at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope whoever wins will follow through on getting our global economy fixed. It's not just the U.S.A. having difficulty, and we need to all work together for the common good.
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Gatorbyt at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope to see this country and our president regain the respect that has been lost, not only from Americans, but from around the world. I hope to see President Obama end the partisanship and take charge of the economy. I'm very excited for the new chapter in our great country's history.
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dpack at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that it won't take the new President a long time to sort through the mess left to him so he can begin making those positive changes this country needs!
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Kathy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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A McCain/Palin win! We need strong, experienced leadership to put the economy back on it's feet and to deal with other countries and their leaders!
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Shirley at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am very excited that the country that we all love, will be moving forward in a positive way once again. I have been closely following the candidates for a long time now. I am whole-heartedly casting my vote for Barack Obama. I have strong hopes that he will become one of the finest presidents that we have seen in a very long time. Please get out there and cast your vote today!
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ann at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that our new president will do what he said that he will do. Our country is in bad shape and this is the time for change that will need to happen like right now and not tommorrow.
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Polly at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope the leaders of this country can get their head out of their well, you know, and provide us with quality options for healthcare and reasonable prices for utilities. Healthcare and utilities should not be considered luxuries as they are in third world countries, nor should they be inaccessable due to rising costs. Cap lawsuits, lower healthcare costs, and cap payments for healthcare and utilities. Honest to god this country is in the worst shape I have ever witnessed--we are heading backwards and the further back we go, the worse it's going to get. Remember when healthcare was affordable? Now even the most shoddy healthcare is not accessable.
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KAJ at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Wise and thoughtful leadership.
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stephanie at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Im not into the politic things I just hope for the economy to get better so there are jobs for people.
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Ann Hendricks at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope is that there will be a landslide for Obama and we will see important changes taking place. We need to leave Iraq and Afghanastan because we are spending too much money and lives for a cause which is wrong. We have killed thousands of Iraqis for no reason and should be ashamed of ourselves. The Bush administration started this war on a false premise and we as citizens are paying the terrible consequences, both in horrendous financial costs as well as disgrace to our international standing.
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jedi at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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i just wish there could be more kindness in the world.
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sandy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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i hope our new president lives by at least most of his campaign promises, we will see.
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Judith DeWitt at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that, if a new attempt at diplomatic resolution cannot be obtained, our troops will be brought home before June 2009. My dream is that we would withdraw troops but keep a presence that provides humanitarian aid (emphasizing rebuilding of infrastructure and cultural and artistic opportunities). I would like to see a new version of the Civilian Conservation Corps - perhaps made up of students and young college graduates studying or choosing environmental sciences and/or ethics in environmental policy-making as a career. We would also be utilizing the skills and experience of retired teachers, research scientists, builders, foresters, engineers, and urban planners. I would like to see the military budget groomed with a fine-toothed comb and the money saved used for physical education and arts programs in the schools, as a requirement, along with more foreign language requirements. These are a few of my dreams for our country in this new era.
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My hope for 2009 is that Barack keeps the promises that he made to the American people. I also hope that Barack can get this economy restored and that he can fix the healthcare system so pepole who are uninsured will be able to get the medical care they need. Most of all though I want this war in Iraq to end and our military men & women can come home where they belong.
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Carol at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would like to see change, the troups to come home, lower taxes, and have senators and congressmen pay taxes the same as other low income people, in other words, no tax break for them and no extended retirement package for ex-senators and congressmen.
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drinkslinger at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Both candidates scare the crap out of me. If we could just find some middle ground between Obama's military attitude and McCain's tax plan this country will be alot better off
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Judith DeWitt at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that, if a new attempt at diplomatic resolution cannot be obtained, our troops will be brought home before June 2009. My dream is that we would withdraw troops but keep a presence that provides humanitarian aid (emphasizing rebuilding of infrastructure and cultural and artistic opportunities). I would like to see a new version of the Civilian Conservation Corps - perhaps made up of students and young college graduates studying or choosing environmental sciences and/or ethics in environmental policy-making as a career. We would also be utilizing the skills and experience of retired teachers, research scientists, builders, foresters, engineers, and urban planners. I would like to see the military budget groomed with a fine-toothed comb and the money saved used for physical education and arts programs in the schools, as a requirement, along with more foreign language requirements. These are a few of my dreams for our country in this new era.
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Doris--Phoenix, Az at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I have just read several sound offs, and maybe we should also include the revamping of the media. I realize the President does not have control so to speak over the media, however, I feel they think they (media) has the ability to walk on water. Please give this President time and pray for his chances to do the right thing. Perhaps all government should be only a four or eight year stint instead of feeling like Washington is home instead of the States the are suppose to represent. Our new President can only do so much.
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marian kohler at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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That the new president is up to his promises
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Maria at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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That the economy gets alot better...Gas prices keep going further down
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km62 at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I would hope that the economy would drastically improve especially the job market. In central Illinois there are many who are losing their jobs.
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mary szukalski at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I feel the best man won!
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Ann T. at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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All I know is with what is going on right now with us losing our jobs and our homes.. I can only hope he finds some way to get us, that work so hard to keep there family afloat, somekind of support so we can just live a normal life instead of stressing out all the time on how are we going to pay this bill or that bill. I do say GOD BLESS AMERICA, but please help us that need it.
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diane at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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i'm so happy with the outcome of the elections. i hope with the new president comes new and encouring changes. this county first needs to get ahold of the economy. i will try to do my part.
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KTinMN at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that President Obama can turn this country around and keep his promises.
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Keah at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope for a democratic president!! GET OUT AND VOTE TUESDAY NOVEMBER 4TH!!! OBAMA/BIDEN!!!!
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DAWN at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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CHANGE IN THE ECONOMY FOR THE BETTER
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David H at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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As a teenager back in the late sixties, early seventies, I was constantly at odds with my parents and other people with trying to get the message across that our government and big business were going to bring this country down and everyone but the rich would suffer. This year, my father confessed to me that deep down he knew I was right. People have been warned about our current situation and did not listen. My hope for the future and for this administration is that our problems are handled as a priority, with logical solutions and special attention to the roots of their causes. We all live on the same big ball, we need to start accepting that and keeping it in check.
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Fran at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope and pray that the economy will be bouncing back,that people will not have to worry about losing their homes, and let each country handle its own issues...we--America--can't "save" everyone. Thanks for hearing me out!
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kris arnold at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I pray that we will get a leader of the people and for the people. I personally think that McCain has the heart and experience for the job. I do not think that he is a carbon copy of Bush by no means. It is apparent that he loves his country, respects the flag and knows how we the middle class feel and what our needs are.
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yvonne at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm excited over the outcome of yesterdays votes.
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Janet at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope this world gets back on its feet and everyone can get along with everyone in it. We need a better place for our children we need to all work together live better and enjoy what we have.
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Cari at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hope for this country is that we get back all of the morals that we have lost.
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Stacy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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to have order brought back to the country. the kaos needs to stop.
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Vicki at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope and pray that whichever man wins, he will be honest, live up to his word and help the American people instead of the big wigs. It has been proven to us over the years that there are not very many, if any, honest , trustworthy politicians.
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LaDonna at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope that the economy imporves, and businesses quit closing and firing people. I hope schools start doing better, health services for the poor imporves, and this country goes back to being watched by a world NOT to see it fall but to see how to get it right!
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lepley at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am delighted at the election of President-elect Obama! It is my hope that all Americans can unite and support him as he seeks the best for our nation.
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Christy at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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We can find a way to improve this economy. Not increasing taxes, ending the mess in Iraq, health care and insurance needs to be regulated. People should not be denied health insurance for any reason!!!!!
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JEANNE at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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MY HOPES ARE FOR A BETTER CONOMY.
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EDG at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Just looking forward to life without Bush! Which translates to smart-wise decisions in economics and foriegn affairs. Believing in the powers of the constitution again without a President wanting/exceeding to change them to his advantage. More done for the people like competitive wages, health care, and equal rights. Hopefully bring back the dignity and respect we once had from other counties.
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GGC at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I hope we don't make a mistake and elect the wrong candidate.
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Carol S. at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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This nation need to get back on their knees and pray to our God to forgive the backsliding of the people. Until we do this we cannot be what our forefathers fought and bled for--ONE NATION UNDER GOD!!!
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Blanca at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I am really excited in the results we got yesterday. The first black president in the United States. Now I really hope that he can be the one to change "our" United States.
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Jen at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Let us start working on the battles in our own country - fix our problems without worrying about everyone else's. We need to take care of us.
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BLW at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I don't like either presidential choice I'm very disappointed in both of them. I just hope whoever gets elected will help the people who are struggling, me and my family included. And our future will be less scary.
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Machelle at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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I'm hoping for an improvement of the economy and the end of the war in Iraq, especially since my 20yo son was just deployed there.
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Mary at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Whatever the administration, I think it will take a lot longer than 2009 to start seing an improvement in our economy
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Del at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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My hopes for the country is that the economy get better
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J. Valle at 7 November 2008 12:12:12 PST
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Better world relations, better economic situation, and a more harmonious racial existence.
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