...feels nice to get out of hell.

Yes, I'm an optimist. I think that in the long run, good prevails. But I'm also realistic when it comes to solving problems, such as reversing the incredible decline of America in recent years. To be precise, during the 8 years of the Bush presidency. The Bush administration and the Republicans steered the nation so far down the road to hell that it'll take a long time to find our way back to paradise. It'll be a slow trek. Even Barack Obama won't be able to lead us back overnight. It'll take years to repair all the damage wreaked by the Bushies. But hey, we got what we deserved. After all, we elected Bush twice. That's our fault. Our national shame. We let it happen. But I take solace. In knowing that finally we have awakened. We're changing direction. Yes, some of the diehard Bushies will continue to drag their feet and heavy asses. They'll doggedly advocate the failed economic, political and social policies of the past. But they've been discredited. Meanwhile, it sure feels nice to get out of hell. It was hot and uncomfortable down there. --Jim Broede