One of the things about America is this perpetual dream of upward mobility, of individual potential and endless access. When we are very young our teachers look around the room, at scores of six-year-olds sat cross-legged on the carpet, and they say, 'Any one of you could become president'.
Of course, having had only privileged white male Protestant presidents - and one Catholic who was quickly assassinated - that wasn't really true.
Until now.
Finally, finally, the progression and enlightenment that my generation can promise is beginning to shine through the cracks of a long history of oppression, elitism, and exclusion. The real work will begin soon, and our new president will be tested and criticised and eventually he'll falter, but today we can just be excited. Happy. Optimistic.
And next time let's elect a woman, okay?
soundtrack: Human - The Killers
