The election was decided by 5% of the voters (51.9 to 46.8); which, if the numbers are correct, is roughly 3% of the overall population of the United States.
The Electoral College system makes it seem like an overwhelming victory; but don't be fooled.It will be interesting to see how this plays out.
Obama pledged a slate of programs and hand-outs. How will the voters who support these programs feel when he can't produce what he promised?
What will happen to the middle-of-the-road people who just wanted change, not radical change, if he implements some of the more extreme positions he is reputed to support?
How long before the shine comes off the apple; before the honeymoon is over; before the REAL Obama appears before our eyes? How many of the 51.9% will jump off the bandwagon?
In Massachusetts in 2006, we (they) elected Gov. Deval Patrick, in a change election (after 16 years of Republican rule). Patrick also promised a spate of new programs and initiatives. Lower property taxes, 1,000 new police officers. All we have gotten so far are broken promises, an even larger budget, and a front-row view as he turned a $2B surplus into a $1B deficit in two short years. Patrick has seen his poll numbers plummet.
Congratulations on your victory, Sen. Obama. However, you do not have the full support of the majority of people in this country; just enough to get elected. I hope you understand that.
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