Dear Family,

Whew! What a presidential campaign that just ended! This was probably the most important political election within a century. With so much at stake - new Supreme Court Justice(s), a war on terrorism, and economy deeply in debt, jobs dribbling away to other countries, and our childrens' educations among the worst in the world.

And voters turned out in record numbers to speak their minds. I am SO proud of all of you for voting, for getting the vote out, for taking part in the whole political process. THREE BIG CHEERS for YOU!

President Bush shed the cloud over his first term. He got an undeniable mandate this time. In addition to the electoral vote, George Bush received the majority of the popular vote, too.

With a Republican legislature, and no more need to prove that he is the President, and no need to campaign again, Bush will be free to run the country as he sees fit. There will be no opposition. So, let's hope that he uses his powers for good.

Seriously, the President has started talking about Social Security, limiting malpractice awards and a host of other things. The President is upbeat and ambitious.

So, everyone, whether your candidate won or not, it's time to celebrate. The campaign is over. We're not as polarized as the press would like you to think.  

Eva Rosenberg, EA
Your TaxMama is watching...out for you.