Here's what MoveOn members around the country are saying
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Shoshana W, Brooklyn, NY
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
It means that community organizing WORKS! I have never been able to imagine the US as a community, except in the dark days after September 11th. What a difference!
What should we do next?
Volunteer in our communities and work for change, rather than just hoping for it!
Judy K, Dahlonega, GA
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
HOPE!! PRIDE!! It's a whole new day in America and for the world! I am once again proud to be an American and part of the global community- woohoo!!!
What should we do next?
Universal healthcare like the rest of the civilized world, and END THE WAR! YES WE CAN!!!
Roxana T, New Braunfels, TX
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
That I don't have to move to Canada!
First, I WOULD have been violently ill with grief and then I would have had to really ponder if I wanted to stay in a country whose government is seen by the world as power hungry, elitist, war happy, environmentally irresponsible, and philosophically right wing Christian!
What should we do next?
Stay politically active so the government is NEVER allowed to be out of touch with what "of, by and for the People" means.
Amy T, Austin, TX
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
The hope and the joy are made real this day. YES WE DID!!!
What should we do next?
Unite! We rallied around Obama to vote him in, now let's come together to bring in everyone as part of the team!
Joellyn K, Warnerville, NY
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
Ah, this old '60s radical feels like I haven't in 40 years. And this time it's not "burn baby burn" or "don't trust anyone..." -- but instead it's "yes we can. Yes we did. AND YES WE WILL!" Because I think -- I *know* -- that the national coalition of the hopeful that we built over the past 21 months will not fade with the end of the election. We are aware of what we can do together now. We have had a taste of success. And we have reached out to neighbors and friends, strangers and folks we may never neet except here, and said "we're all part of the Hope family now."
What should we do next?
MoveOn, you're so good at organizing. Let's not wait for President Obama to make suggestions and set up organizations -- let's start doing community work NOW. Not just calls and signs and protest, but projects that materially affect all those who have been disenfranchised for so long. MoveOn food drives...MoveOn clean-up-the-neighborhood...whatever it takes.
Thank you for not giving up on the country!
Danielle B, Washington, DC
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
I'm still on cloud 9! I absolutely love how humble our next president is...When he won he said he remembers that it's not his victory but ours! I really can't express fully exactly what it is I feel, there are just so many emotions going on in my heart right now. I just feel blessed to be seeing this and having been able to be apart of his campaign, no matter how small a part I played I still feel like Rocky climbing those stairs in Philly...I feel like a champion!
I look forward to the inauguration and celebrating to the fullest in my hometown of D.C.
And to Michelle, our beautiful first lady, thanks for being an outstanding role model, not to just Black women but all women. Your poise and grace, your articulate and intelligent presence has made an impression on me that is lasting. I absolutely adore you and your girls. Thanks for being so real!
What should we do next?
Safely and responsibly return the troops home and work on repairing peace with countries that view us as a threat.
Mary R, Lincoln, NE
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
It meant my first time actively campaigning, because this was my first election as a mother. My daughter relies on me to help make the world a better place for her. Obama's victory means we are already starting to regain the respect of the international community, to heal the wounds of the past eight years, and to build a better future for all our daughters and sons.
What should we do next?
Build consensus among all party players. Unify, as much as possible, the different sides of the issues, and address the problems of our country the same way Obama has approached everything: with poise, with determination, and with humility.
Tina V, Streamwood, IL
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
As a single mother of six children it means I can have hope for their future and that I will have a President who understands my struggles and yearning to provide the best for them. I can barely make my mortgage payments, but I knew contributing to this campaign was an investment in my children and in this amazing country that we all love and cherish.
What should we do next?
Show him that we support him and appreciate his efforts to make a significant change. We need to accept our differences and unite as a nation and show him that his dedication to us will never be in vain.
Jessica L, Pharr, TX
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
President Obama's victory gives me a sense of pride and hope and makes me proud to be an American. My daughter is African American and I am so proud of her being able to witness history.
What should we do next?
Continue to support President Obama.
stefanie a, Frazier Park, CA
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
It means we can all be proud to be Americans! Obama will be the greatest President we've ever had.
What should we do next?
Help him fix the country
Joseph C, staten island, NY
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
This is not just Obama's Victory, It Americas Victory. We may spout a lot of rhetoric about our society but actions speak louder than words. We want change , we want to move into the fture that the rest of the developped world already occupies. YAY for all of US!!! Hooray For OBAMA!
What should we do next?
Lets not celebrate too much ,. let be aware that there is a long road ahead. We must stay vigilant and involved. Write your representative about the executive orders that Bush is ramming through to further damage the envirorment and womens reproductive rights.
RONALD B, bklyn,, NY
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
NOW I CAN SEE THAT MY GRANDKIDS WILL HAVE A CHANCE FOR A BETTER FUTURE!!!
What should we do next?
KEEP SUPORTING PRESIDENT OBAMA...
Ginger S, Charlotte, NC
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
It means I can honestly tell my son that he can be whatever he wants to be. Even the president..although he assured me this morning he doesn't want the job:P
What should we do next?
Please start to fight for the rights of gay/lebsian couples.
Barbara A, Pleasanton, CA
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
This victory provides an opportunity for peace and reconciliation, for coming together as a nation to remember who we are: A democratic republic whose cornerstone founding principles and ideals are not about power, money and exlusion or elitism. Rather, we are a nation that knows we can only stand, solid and secure, on the principles of freedom, justice and equality for all - worldwide!
What should we do next?
Keep the grassroots efforts moving. Let our leaders know we want to do the work with them when they are working for the good of the nation and the good of the world.
Susan I, Oakland, CA
What does Obama's victory mean to you?
I worked the final four days in Reno, Nevada and it was a life-changing, moving experience.
What should we do next?
Stay plugged in to help him implement the much-needed changes in this country. Support him at every turn.
