The start of a new day (Barack's time is now)

With the 44th Presidential inauguration behind us (I have to say it made for wonderful viewing), the real work starts with a myriad of issues to address.

From the economy going to "you know where in a hand basket"; to the war and how to strategize our next move; to health care we have a lot that needs immediate attention. Being President of the United States is the one position I do not envy, though I am watching closely how we as a nation can do our part in getting this country back to where it needs to be.

Let us ask the question: "Where does the burden of accountability fall?" Is it with the President and his ability to put into law any bill he sees fit, or is it our responsibility as US citizens to voice our true concerns and what we would like to see in the form of improvement? This seems to be one of those push-pull debates that initiates finger pointing name blaming while time passes and the responsibility falls on the shoulder of the next administration (See George W. Bush for a great example).

Today is the beginning of what the next four years (possibly eight years) will mean in the form of impact to this country. Many are waiting for the first move to see if the trend will assimilate or rival that of the previous administration. Let us hope that the later is what we witness seeing that Mr. Bush rated as one of the lowest approval rated Presidents. Sure, this is not the example we want to follow. If anything, this is a blue print of what not to do when holding the single most important post in the "free" world.

When the President asks for our help in getting our country back to prominence, how will we respond? For what are we held accountable? How do we make sure we are on task when called upon? These are the just some of the questions that will be answered in the first 100 days in office. Like the Presidential race, I will continue to tune in with great interest. I am not looking for President Obama to solve all of "my" problems, but I am looking for a leader who can initiate action, embrace accountability and call on the assistance of committed teammates seeking to accomplish a common goal.

I am rooting for President Obama to do a fine job not for me, but for what the country and world can have when we are in a good space.

I am watching with both eyes open.

I invite you to share your thoughts:

Thank you