We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek. We are the hope of those boys who have little; who’ve been told that they cannot have what they dream; that they cannot be what they imagine.
Yes they can.
-- Barack Obama, February 6, 2008
As take a few minutes' downtime at campaign HQ here in Albuquerque before heading out to make it happen today, I find myself reflecting on the path that lead us all here. We have today the opportunity to make history. Nobody would question that today will -- in one way or another -- be a highlight in American history for years to come. I truly hope, however, that the history books will capture the raw emotion and spirit I've witness behind this campaign -- powered by the unique yet unified hopes and dreams of every last organizer and volunteer who sacrificed a part of their life to work towards a greater common good.
No matter which political persuasion -- left or right, apathetic or extreme -- please carefully consider the choices available to you today and get to the polls. If, like a majority of the country, you feel that the United States is moving in the wrong direction, take this all-to-rare opportunity to make your voice heard.
I stand resolute that the United States has a bright future in our ever-changing world. We'll do the right thing if everybody's voice is heard. Please don't let this moment slip by: get out and vote!