About Last Night: Election 2012
I want to take the time to discuss last night because there were some historic events that occurred. First of all, Colorado and Washington are the first states to legalize marijuana for recreational use. Up until a minute ago I thought they just legalized medical marijuana but recreational use is another monster. In those states you can smoke a joint without getting arrested. My mind is blown right now. Guess I don't have to go to Amsterdam to eat a pot brownie now.
Second of all, what a great night it was for the fight for marriage equality. This was the first time that same-sex marriage had been on the ballot and won. Maine, Washington and Maryland have approved of marriage equality. There are now nine states where same-sex marriages are recognized by the law. In Minnesota voters did not approve of Amendment 1 that would ban same-sex marriages in the state. It is still not legalized but a constitutional amendment has not been passed.
Can I get a big amen for a record 20 women to take seats in U.S Senate. It reminds me a my favorite quote
I also want to discuss how important President Obama's re-election was. He won a second term against all odds. He won against a party that was determined to see him fail and would stop at nothing to make him a one term president. He won against a strong opposition that had demonized him. The economy is not excellent and there is still a significant percentage of Americans that are unemployed. Things may be better but things are still difficult for the average American. Factoring all these elements it really is incredible that President Obama won a second term. It is also interesting to see the demographic that voted for him. He was popular with young voters, women, African Americans, Latinos and Asian Americans. A whopping 89% of people that voted for Governor Romney were White Americans. It is becoming apparent that there is a demographic shift in the United States. If the Republican party want to continue to be relevant they must make their base more approachable and inclusive.
With the Democrats winning the Senate and the Republicans winning the House, things will continue to be difficult. I am hopeful that there will be more bipartisan participation this term. I am hopeful that all politicians regardless of their party affiliation will do what is right for the American people. All I have to say is thank God that this Election is over.
Second of all, what a great night it was for the fight for marriage equality. This was the first time that same-sex marriage had been on the ballot and won. Maine, Washington and Maryland have approved of marriage equality. There are now nine states where same-sex marriages are recognized by the law. In Minnesota voters did not approve of Amendment 1 that would ban same-sex marriages in the state. It is still not legalized but a constitutional amendment has not been passed.
Can I get a big amen for a record 20 women to take seats in U.S Senate. It reminds me a my favorite quote
women belong in the house and the senateAin't that the truth. I am excited to see sisters doing it for themselves Among those 20 women taking office is iron lady herself Elizabeth Warren from Massachusetts. Then we have Tammy Baldwin from Wisconsin who is the first openly gay person elected to Senate. Last but not least we have Mazie Hirono the Senate-Elect from Hawaii, she will be the first Asian-American women in the Senate. I want to give a shout out to Tammy Duckworth who is the Representative-Elect from Illinois. She is a war veteran who lost both legs in the Iraq War. What a historic night it was for women, veterans and the LGBT community.
I also want to discuss how important President Obama's re-election was. He won a second term against all odds. He won against a party that was determined to see him fail and would stop at nothing to make him a one term president. He won against a strong opposition that had demonized him. The economy is not excellent and there is still a significant percentage of Americans that are unemployed. Things may be better but things are still difficult for the average American. Factoring all these elements it really is incredible that President Obama won a second term. It is also interesting to see the demographic that voted for him. He was popular with young voters, women, African Americans, Latinos and Asian Americans. A whopping 89% of people that voted for Governor Romney were White Americans. It is becoming apparent that there is a demographic shift in the United States. If the Republican party want to continue to be relevant they must make their base more approachable and inclusive.
With the Democrats winning the Senate and the Republicans winning the House, things will continue to be difficult. I am hopeful that there will be more bipartisan participation this term. I am hopeful that all politicians regardless of their party affiliation will do what is right for the American people. All I have to say is thank God that this Election is over.
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