Well, the time has come. The spotlight has been on Pennsylvania for quite some time. It wasn't a day too long for me. I loved the focus being on the state I love and the state I call home. Whether they were in Scranton or Pittsburgh or somewhere in between, for the first time, I think the candidates were relating to me.
While my vote is 100% for Hillary, I will not throw my hands up in the air if Obama becomes the nominee. Truthfully, this primary season has given me hope that people care again. People want change. People see the destruction that George Bush and the Republicans have caused to our country.
I've been negligent about keeping my blog updated, but frankly it has been because I've been too busy. I've been reading to many political blogs and articles, watching too many debates and interviews...and most recently, I've been too busy going to see the candidates.
So here's a quick recap of what's transpired over the past month+...
Saturday I stood in the rain for 3 hours to see Hillary. She was phenomenal. The energy among the throngs of soaking wet supporters was amazing. I got to shake Gov. Rendell's pinky! :)
Sunday I got to listen to President Bill Clinton in a small venue with just around 100 people. I had chills. He was so charismatic and such an impressive figure. While I didn't get to speak with him or shake his hand, I do believe that it probably will be the closest I'll ever get to a President. (although I'd like for that to not be true!) Upon waiting for Bill's motorcade to leave, he rushed out the venue in the little town of Millvale...rushed over to see 85 year old May Mayhugh on her front porch. May recently had a stroke but is commited to voting today. "He asked how I was and I said I've been very sick. He gave me a hug and kissed me right here on the cheek," said Ms. Mayhugh, 85, who said she is a registered Democrat, and would be making it to the polls Tuesday despite a recent stroke. "I'm not going to wash that cheek for a while." Too see her cry gave me chills over my entire body! What an experience.
Monday was quite possibly the most exciting political day of my life. I went to the big rally in Market Square for Hillary. 4 hours downtown on a beautiful spring day. Bill kept the crowd at its feet for over 45 minutes as we awaited Hillary's arrival. To hear him speak at such great length (and at such a close distance) was something I can't quite explain. When Hillary arrived, the crowd went nuts! She looked amazing...refreshed...rejuvenated...and ready to lead this country!
My two favorite Bill quotes:
"One of the best ways to see what someone WILL do is to see what they HAVE done!"
"Did u empower? empowerment is much more important than inspiration!
Late last night, I spent 2 hours in line to see Obama. While I'm not voting for him, I vowed to check out the competition and see what the buzz was really about. While the rally at U.Pitt was nothing short of spectacular (and while Teresa Heinz opened up the show), my vote is not swayed.
Democracy is alive again! This race hasn't gone on too long. The attention from the candidates should be placed on EVERY small town in America. This is what our forefathers have fought for. The time has come!
Republican no more on November 4!
None who have always been free can understand the terrible fascinating power of the hope of freedom to those who are not free. 
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