We know the results…FINALLY…the election is over…tell us what you think and why!

People all over the world seem so happy about Obama being elected not only our President but a World Leader.I don’t recall ever seeing anything quite like this. Enthusiastic people can make a lot of good things happen. Obama is a terrific communicator and like Colin Powell says, he appears to be a transformational figure. I voted for McCain, but I’m optimistic.

I also did not vote for Barack, but I have to say, when I listened to his acceptance speech as well as some of his other statements, I was impressed and energized. Maybe he is the one to “lead” this country to become what we are capable of. Leadership is the most important aspect of any CEO. If you can’t articulate the vision, set the goals, and inspire the people…your company will fail. He can’t do it alone. We all need to revisit our own personal responsibilities. Demand more from our congressmen and women. Refuse to accept the self interest and greed that has become so prevalent over the past decades. I believe, as Buddy does, that optimism and hope are essential. Demand more from our government in operating transparently and with the will and desire of the people as the driving force…not self interest.

Barack could just be the person who renews our hope and optimism and “leads” us to be all we can be as a nation. I, for one, will be watching, participating and hoping. God speed, Barack.

I am a registered Republican, and I voted for Obama. Why? I’m a US Marine Veteran, and against any war. All you need is to be an Infantry Soldier in the Marines to have an idea what killing is like. If one has spent his life as a proud serviceman as McCain has and he loves the power, I for one was uncomfortable with my party’s choice. And with our latest fiasco, it’s time to turn the page and move forward.

Yes he is polished and well versed, but the experienced older people such as myself, were able to see thru the charm and charisma. I have 2 active army soldiers who have been deployed time and time again and are ready to serve when they are called, and no it’s not about power, but your duty to do what you promised to do. I did not vote for him because I do not trust him. I think our Commander and Chief should have some experience, and we have yet to see the real Obama. We want to blame President Bush for everything. It was your choice to refi your house over and over again and use that money to go on vacations, and buy vehicles you could not afford and now you are losing it. You used your credit cards to the max. I really did not see many people suffering, but I did see many people living the good life. Obama promised many things that are easier said than done. We will all suffer the consequences if indeed this was a mistake.

Only time will tell with the Obama selection. I hope he fulfills the many promises of his campaign. If so, a positive attitude will flourish in the country which is a start…the reality is that businesses provide jobs which in turn provide income for homebuyers…and thus the wherewithall to actually purchase!!So, a positive business climate is essential to pull our economy out of the current recession. Hopefully, the democratic congress will not lose sight of that. My other concern is that low interest rates will be shortlived…with all the extra money being printed, inflation will kick in again..raising interest rates. Not a good thing for the real estate industry! Investors I have spoken with are going to stop buying because they are concerned about what is to come…for those reasons, even though I have been a lifelong Democrat and formerly lived in Chicago, I voted for McCain/Palin. I sincerely hope that “hope” and “change”, basically Obama’s platform, translate to actually effective programs and President elect Obama proves me wrong!