Let the race begin!

"Wake me up in 2008" is a bumper sticker that made me laugh out loud when I read it. Now, 2008 is finally here, and the democrats are strong and energized. According to my friend John, about 234,000 dems in Iowa went to the caucuses last night-compared to 125,000 in 2004 (US News and World Report). I am thrilled that Obama won because I like what he has to say, am ready for a change in leadership, and I think he has a very good chance of winning. For political nerds like me, elections are like the superbowl!

Thank you, Iowa.

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