Today was everything I expected and more. Bush is no longer president!
Unfortunately, I came to age politically with one of the worst presidents. My position on issues was idealistic and never seemed attainable with the Bush administration. Day after day the news would inform me of another failure from the president. It will be difficult to get used to Obama in the White House.
As I explore the new White House website I see many opinions I never imagined coming from the government. Obama's plan for civil rights practically brings tears to my eyes. Finally, GLBT civil rights are recognized as a critical issue for the country. With Bush, the GLBT community always seemed to be a burden to even be mentioned, but with Obama they are finally treated as equals.
The coming years will be better. Better than I can possibly imagine after growing up in the age of Bush.
I am currently listening to and relistening to the Liszt Piano Sonata in B Minor which I first heard last night at an amazing recital:
6 years ago
