And it’s passage has been credited to Barack Obama. His election for the top spot brought about HEAVY black turnout, and the black community is very straitlaced when it comes to homosexuality. So is the “Hispanic/Latino” community (which in California means mostly Mexican). And the Arab community. All these subcultures have “hypermasculine” expectations for their males, which produces a visceral reaction against anything which lessens perceived masculinity. (Ain’t Multicultural Diversity fun?)

When I had gone to bed on election night, all the news casts said Prop 8 was defeated in a very close race. Apparently, by morning the vote tally said otherwise, and being depressed, I didn’t listen to any news broadcasts the next morning.

Some may conclude it is just a matter of skin color. But it could also be argued that leadership consists of more than just a particular position on particular issues. If one only needs to meet A-B paramaters on chosen issues then a robot could lead the country. I suggest you attempt to broaden your definition of what it takes to be an effective leader to include vision and inspiration.

And not only them. But also Senator McCain, Governor Palin, outgoing President Bush and all of their families. And lastly, for the United States of America. Am hoping and praying that this doesn’t lead to any further culture wars and that the the people of the USA can unify and help by working their hardest and smartest so that the USA get its mojo back sooner rather than later. (wait, that might be an unfortunate choice of words… :p).

Pax.

“Have you ever asked yourself why minorities who are so clearly against [Obama's policies] voted for President-elect Obama?”

My wife works in a group of mostly minorities. This has been a discussion point for months. It boils down to the color of his skin trumps his policies for this election. Hopefully this will change for future elections.

I feel compassion for the confusion and frustration felt by Americans disappointed by the outcome of the elections. I feel deeply for the grief and disappointment of McCain and Palin. It is no light matter to go through that kind of disappointment. Last night, I deeply felt Obama’s sober awareness of the place he has taken in history. I believe Obama is meant to be in this place in history….at this time…..to fulfill a purpose known only to God.

As Christians, we are better served to focus on the things that are good, lovely, and kind in our world…and on the unrestrained MERCY and BLESSINGS of God on this nation…’it rains on the just and the unjust.’