The State of a Yes-Obama Chicago
It is now three full days after Barack Obama’s election victory. The glow still hasn’t worn off for this city.
A couple of days before the election, everyone I knew, from all different sectors, age groups, and socio-economic backgrounds debated the same question—should I go down to Grant Park?
Talking about who we were going to vote for was pointless. It was all about wondering if the crowds would be too much. “Should I go?”
I was surprised that the national audience didn’t get to see the crowds outside of Grant Park. The rally was a ticketed event. So many others traveled down just to be able to stand blocks away.
And it was an orderly and joyous night. I think it came off better than anyone and everyone could have expected it to.
Since then, the good feelings have continued. Last night, a cold front came in to keep temperatures in the forties. But before that, it was sunny and in the seventies.
People didn’t even question it. It felt like magic and everyone was just going to go with it.
Folks are laughing and sharing where they were and what they did on election night. The cars are still decorated and the lawn signs are still up.
It continues to be the main topic of conversation. People are happy to report that they got held up by the President-Elect’s motorcade. They’re talking about which of the other strong Illinois politicians are going to get a step up now.
Sure, paradise will end soon enough, but for now, it’s still going strong.
If the economy is based on belief, confidence, and optimism, it should pull up a siphon to Chicago.
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