And so it begins

The swearing in of our new President is done, the parties will continue long into the night, and tomorrow, the real work begins. Whether you are a fan of the President or not, you simply have to admire the fact that the greatest nation on earth can have a change of government from one political ideal to another so easily, so efficiently. "Congratulations Mr. President" and the reins of power have been passed. No tanks in the streets, no menacing men in military uniforms declaring martial law on television, not even a whisper of the terms "coup" or "junta". We vote, we transition. This is one of the things that makes our country the greatest on earth.

To our new President, I wish him the best. While our opinions differ in many areas, if he succeeds, America succeeds. I hope that he will understand that every action he takes has ramifications that cannot possibly be foreseen, and that he has the insight and internal fortitude to do what is right for our country, and not what is fashionable or chic or what plays well in the insulated, isolated think-tanks. Remember, Mr. President, that you work for us. We have placed our best interests in your hands. Do not take that lightly. Do not look at us as the great unwashed needing your guidance. Look at us as people who have families, hopes, and dreams. Do not categorize us as "red" or "blue", but as the people you have taken an oath to serve and protect. Do not be swayed or panicked into ill-advised courses of action. Let the American people do what we do best. Give us a reason to start a business, not roadblocks to prevent it. Give us hope that hard work will bring us rewards, not punishments.

Godspeed Mr. President. Good luck to you and good luck to us all.