To me it brings the hope that American belief and regard for democracy may re-emerge. Hopefully, our presidential leadership will reassure citizens that democracy not only works but actually makes us a more perfect union. This election also demonstrates that too many people still would rather have their selfish agendas met above all else. Too many Americans turn their collective backs when democracy is trampled on by supporting voting policies and procedures that limit voting only to those who agree with a narrow political agenda. It is time for our citizens to value the worth of every individual vote, regardless of where it is made, as an affirmation of strength not weakness. As a nation, we have never lived up to this basic premise of democratic rule. My hope is that this prolonged election but with record voting numbers will lead to individual faith that increased responsible voting promotes better government.