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	The Signal	The election will be an historical event this year and having a woman vice president or an African American president is outstanding. I feel the future will be very informative for the American people because other nations will see how diversified America really is. America in the past has been known as a super power and respected by some fear. Now the United States can be known as a nation of diversity with a super power mentality. Andrea   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:16 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	The long-term outcome of the election is hard to predict. Either way voters will be making history and it could go either way. It is hard to think about what is going to happen regardless of who gets voted because that in deed plays a huge role in what will happen as their beliefs are different and will take us in different directions. I just don’t think it is possible to imagine what will happen. It is obvious that changes need to be made and we need to do something about our economy. I hope however things play out we become better for it instead of falling deeper into debt Ashley   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:17 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	This election is so important. As a woman, we should take great pride in knowing that a female vice-president is on the menu for becoming one of our nations leaders. Putting politics aside, I think the important issue is that this election will set a new standard; the standard that will allow African-Americans and women to be considered for more roles in politics. What ever your preference is, it’s important that everyone takes part in making history. Laurie   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:18 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	With this election, our country is looking at some pretty heavy long-term effects and not just because of what the candidates are promising to do for the US. Either way, with a female vice-president or an African-American president in office, the current trend of presidential candidates will no longer exist. This election has officially broken any underlining barriers for a more diverse president and I think our ‘typical’ candidates will no longer be so typical. The change will most likely not be an immediate one or even an obvious one but the question of whether or not the United States could have a female or African-American president will no longer be as controversial of an issue as it is now. Jackie   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:19 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	Regardless of the outcome of the upcoming election, it is obvious that history will change. I believe America is ready for either an African American president or a female vice president, and besides the fact that is a first time for either of these events, I don’t believe America will be very surprised by it. With all of our growth as a country, I know we are ready and that it will only open the doors for future “firsts” in office. Jenna   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:20 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	No matter which candidate wins this historic election, I honestly do not foresee much changing in the next four years. The fact remains that the president can't force congress to pass the bills he wants them to pass. During their campaigns, the candidates promise changes to our current situation, and I believe that they fully intend on at least trying to live up to their word once in office. However, the reason I think we see so little change is because the newly inaugurated president finds that his hands are tied and the things he wanted to do are not possible. As for what this election means for the distant future, I think that we will see much more diversity in our candidates. Jessica T   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:21 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	This is obviously a huge election. The United States has never had a black president, if he is elected this will be a big deal. The long term effects could lead to more black politicians and other minority groups stepping up for the presidential race. Given the history of our nation, this could be considered a direct 180 from where we were 100 years ago. As for a woman vice-president, the situation is the same. Since suffrage, women have been moving toward more leadership positions and pushing for women's rights. This will only strengthen their movement and also could lead to more women in political roles. Jessica W   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:22 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	Both candidates are campaigning on a platform of change, but how much real change will really occur? It is great that the process of democracy is opening up to a wider spectrum. It is great that more voters are anticipated to get out there and vote. But real change can't take place till everyone takes responsibility for their vote. Not just once every 4 years, not just when a charismatic candidate is running, but for every election from dog catcher up to President. Then we may have some accountability and real change. Jim   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:23 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	I think the real issue is not whether we elect the first Black president or first female vice president, it is how will they impact the nation. It is historic, but the real history is how they run the nation. Karen   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:24 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	I think the long-term effects of this historically significant election will be profound. Whether American's elect their first non-white president or their first woman vice-president, the seeds of change really are being planted this Nov. 4. I am excited to be a part of this monumental time period in American history and look forward to casting my vote. This election truly opens doors and busts through glass ceilings for future candidates! Kathy   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:25 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	The long term effects of the election of the first female vice-president or first African-American president are that many people are going to be in shock with the drastic change in democracy. People do not like drastic change but, that is what we need for our country. No matter who wins our country will be in good hands. Kimberly   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:26 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	I am not eligible to vote. But if I was, I would vote for Barack Obama because of the various changes that he can bring to the U.S. being an African American. Many people are counting on him and since these elections mark a historical significance, whoever gets the position has to be really responsible and have to live up to the expectations of the entire nation. -- Srishti   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:27 [Reply to this]

	The Signal	This election will have a long-term impact on America. The financial and health care systems will be restructured. America may withdraw from Iraq in an attempt to end half a decade of war. The American people want change, and regardless of who is elected, change is what they will get. I think America will undergo unprecedented changes within the next four years. Stacy   Posted by The Signal on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - 00:28 [Reply to this]