Fight for the Future When Casting Your Ballot Today

Since I began writing this column nearly three years ago, I have learned so much about the American people, especially those whose opinions differ sharply from my own. I’ve learned that they have, like I do, a fierce love of country and an unstated need to be heard and respected. Above all, I’ve learned that the American spirit is hopeful, open and fair-minded. In support of this spirit, I hereby declare that I will cast my ballot for Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) as the next president of the United States.