Peace community reactions to the election

Now that the election is over, many peace activists are celebrating the Obama victory and looking ahead to a new administration. Many of us are full of hope, but many are also concerned. How will the new President deal with Iran and Israel/Palestine? Will he continue opposition to the Colombian Free Trade Agreement? What about the enormous military budget and questionable recruiting practices?

FOR’s historic work for civil rights gives us a unique perspective on the election of the first Black president, as does our work on the pressing issues of war and peace that the Obama administration will address. We’d like to hear your thoughts about the election and it’s implications for peace in the U.S. and the world.

Please post your reactions in the comments below.