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I've said this before, but I think it's worth repeating. No elected official will ever have every goal of theirs realized because we do not have a dictatorship. If you think that every plan that either candidate has put out there as their ideal would actually happen, then you are setting yourself up for disappointment. You would hope that they aim big but accept that it will take baby steps in a different direction to get there.
Additionally, consider temperament. There are numerous articles out there comparing the two temperaments. If you want someone who is strongly reactive, go with McCain. If you want someone who sits back, looks at the big picture, stays cool and then makes a decision, go with Obama. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. What are you most comfortable with?
Lastly, look at who they will surround themselves with for their cabinet. Obama has been consulting with Warren Buffet on economy issues. It's clear that Powell will be some sort of adviser, if not a cabinet member, he said that he would always be willing to discuss things with Obama. I think he has shown good judgment in who he would turn to for expert guidance. No President is without this type of guidance. We've had numerous Presidents in recent times who were governors. I'm not sure how a governor is more equipped than someone who has taught Constitutional Law and served in both the state and federal senate.
I've said before that my primary concern with Obama is how all this stuff is going to be funded. I'm trusting that our checks and balances system is going to work. I don't think anybody could increase the national debt at the rate that it has increased during the current administration. I cannot imagine voting for someone who is not in sync with my basic belief systems which is why I'm voting for Obama.
I think we're kind of in a win-win situation with this election. Either way, it has to better than what we've got now.
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