Thoughts on Inauguration.

Having just returned from a country that has suffered through 2 decades of dictatorship masquerading as democracy I can't help but have strong feelings about this inauguration- regardless of the presidents name, gender, race, or religion.

Last year, Zimbabweans voted for a change they so desperately needed. Their current president refused to refused to accept the results and demanded a run-off. In that "run-off" election military stood watching voters, pointing guns at them. Can you guess who won? The incumbent.

Because of these elections, people died and millions continued to suffer.

This is a moment with a new significance for me. No matter what your feelings on Obama, or even if he hadn't won. No matter what other historical significance this moment has for you. Take a moment to be thankful for the fact that in this country we have a peaceful exchange of power, a fair exchange, every 4-8 years. We take that for granted. I take that for granted.