Change We Need!

I, like many other Americans, was extremely excited to witness such a monumental event in United States history. The election of Senator Barack Obama as the next President of the United States signifies so much in the lives of a people who are currently facing an overwhelming outlook of despair. Increasing job loss, a failing economy, increasing costs for everyday goods and a burst housing bubble have all contributed to the 2008 state of affairs we currently find ourselves in. However, a two-year campaign, tireless hours of sacrifice, and exposure to public scrutiny ultimately resulted in a manifestation of hope many of us never thought we’d see. The bar of expectation for African-Americans and Americans overall has been raised, the glass ceiling has been removed, change is now present and it’s now up to us to live out the potential of what God placed us here on earth for. Don’t become comfortable with simply applauding last night’s victory because the journey has just begun! The change President Elect Obama spoke about last night lies squarely in the hands of the people who can buy into the dream and vision that has been illuminated in him. Our current-state of life won’t change without a cognitive adjustment from each of us. Think about the journey of change for many of us…

Change seemed so far away!
Change persevered through baseless attacks from the opposition!
Change had God clearing the path for his journey!
Change spoke hope into the lives of millions!
Change received the support of the people!
Change recognizes there is still much work to do!
Change needs all of us to do our part to continue our progress!
Change needs all of our commitment to take our communities, cities and country to the next level!

Are you ready? All you have to buy into the concept of “Yes We Can!”