American Election Fever

The near land-slide victory of Obama has been amazing to witness. The far right are appalled and in a state of shock but it has given hope to many millions who have not been engaged with politics before and that is very heartening. The young have found new hope as have very many women and of course those who are black or of mixed race. The fact that it is an impossible task to live up to all their expectations especially in the current economic climate will inevitably lead to some disappoinment but the air of change and renewal and the fact that this has happened is remarkable. We can only wish him all the luck in the world. After the 6 month honeymoon period cynicism may well set in but it has happened and most people will think that is a miracle and hope for the whole world