What a privilege...

Before today, I had voted in 4 elections (1 gubernatorial primary and 1 election, 1 recall election and 1 presidential primary)...and it never really hit me just how amazing it is to vote.

But today, as I was voting, I was struck by the incredible privilege we have here...I was struck by the power we as the people have...and I was amazed at the thought that so many people feel as if their vote doesn't really count, or doesn't really mean anything. Why?!

My vote today for President Bush was my voice speaking out...it was my chance to say that I support him...and the same goes for each American, no matter who they voted for. How incredible it is!!

Had there been less people there (it was crowded and it had been like that all day--SO exciting!), I might have been a little teary eyed...and though that may seem silly, please understand that politics is a major part of my life. I am a student of political theory and of the political system, and I never cease to be amazed at how blessed we are to have the governmental system that we have...and I know that my vote made a difference today, just as each vote in America did.

But enough for today...I'm heading over to Todd's for an "Election Night Celebration", even though until an hour ago I had decided to not watch the news or anything...I think I'm ready to celebrate.