Barack Obama will be the first African American U.S. president and the Democrats will be the majority in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. This is truly an amazing win for the Democrats and harsh defeat for the Republicans.

But what is next?

The U.S. economy is in terrible shape and Bush is giving Obama a country that is involved in 2 wars, a national debt that is the largest in its history and damaged relations among many foreign countries.

There is a TON of problems that Obama must solve in only 4 years.

However, this situation is similar to an old Chinese proverbs: “How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!”

Things always happen for a reason. It was definitely time for a change and the voters spoke loud and strong. If Obama can unite both parties, he can definitely mend the wounds over seas and bring our long time foreign allies back to our side.

With a stronger, more sturdier economy,  jobs will increase, the housing market will thrive, the financial base will be more stable and the consumer’s confidence will return.

This is the monumental challenge that awaits Barack Obama and the Democrats.  A new dawn has arose.  Let’s bond together as one for a better future!