Election Blurbs

I cried with joy when it was announced Barack Obama was re-elected to a second term as President of the United States on Tuesday night. Growing ethnic and social demographics are now shaping our country, which is a wonderful thing to behold in my lifetime.

There was a slight bit of distress when Romney refused to concede because of Ohio, but thankfully he came to his senses and bowed out.

Some of the related headlines and editorials:

• Ten Worst Predictions of the 2012 Election
• America Not a Center-Right Nation Anymore
• Biggest Sore Losers of Election Night
• Orange to Blue roundup, final edition
• Republican Reckoning Begins After Revealing Defeat

Reportedly, Romney was so sure he would win the election he didn't even consider writing a concession speech. Maybe his staff didn't get the message, either:

Oops! Team Romney accidentally releases their victory website... after he lost.

 

Other good bits:

Nate Silver's poll calculations were completely validated on election night. I had faith his predictions were right on the money, but being human I also had fleeting doubts as the first returns began rolling in. Happily, it didn't take long for the results to prove him right.

I was particularly pleased to see New Hampshire select an all-women congressional delegation, and very happy with the decisive wins of Elizabeth Warren (MA) and Claire McCaskill (MO). That voters kicked creepy "rape" candidates to the curb was also satisfying.

All in all, a delightful night!