I believe that everyone in this country has the right to have whatever political affiliation you feel closest represents your ideals and no matter what your political stance, you are still 100% American.

I believe that freedom is the second most precious thing in the world.  Your salvation is #1.

I believe that the current administration has failed to act when it comes to this country’s current economic climate, much the same way they failed to act during Hurricane Katrina.

I believe that those fortunate enough to be making enough money to be in the top 2% of Americans can afford to pay slightly more taxes.

I believe in a woman’s right to choose.

I believe that the surge is working, although it was 4 years too late.

I believe that to win the war on terror, we must focus more of our resources and energy in catching the group responsible for 9/11, starting with Afghanistan and capturing Osama bin Laden.

I believe that fixing our economy is more important than any issue in this election.

I believe that government can be an instrument of good, where no one is left behind.

I believe in equal rights for all Americans, no matter their race, creed, religion or gender.

I believe that America can still be a land of opportunity for those who want to come here and abide by our laws and pay taxes.

I believe that education is the ‘silver bullet’ to fighting poverty and crime in our country.

I believe we must continue to strive for excellence in the world market, and to do so means increasing our children’s proficiency in math and science.

I believe that healthcare must be available for all Americans willing to work for it.

I believe we must become energy independent in 10 years or less so that our children can live in a world free of $4.00 or more for a gallon of gas.

I believe that McCain is NOT the same as Bush, but too many of the problems that Bush enacted, McCain supports.

I believe Barack Obama represents the greatest chance for true and positive change in this election.  And for that reason and all these reasons above, he is getting my vote in November.