What does change mean?

Obama continued his streak of winning words, from my perspective, when he answered a reporter's question about change. The media has been all over Obama's cabinet selections. They keep asking how he can call it change when he is appointing so many familiar faces to his cabinet. They suggest he may alienate his supporters. When a reporter directly asked about this he demonstrated a perfect wisdom with his reply. He explained that we need experienced people but that the 'new vision is my job.' Bravo, President-Elect! The 'change we can believe in' does not happen by exchanging experience for inexperience just to be different. Change happens when a new vision is set and well-communicated to those charged with implementing that vision. Change happens when decisions are made by surrounding yourself with the best of the best and valuing their expertise.

I've tried to temper my expectations of an Obama administration. The road back from Bush's bungling is long and steep. Obama, however, continues to meet or exceed my best possible expectations every time he speaks. He consistently demonstrates the wisdom and judgment required to do this job well. Clearly Obama has a mandate for change. His definition of what that means and how to accomplish it does not disappoint this voter at all... it thrills me!