I don't think anyone in DC can fix the economy. Our economy is not designed to be fixed. JR has some good posts about this. Even though we may be on opposite sides of the spectrum, I respect and agree with a good bit of his writing on this.
For some people social issues matter more, and social issues took a huge step in a positive direction yesterday. For example, my dogsitter/friend has been in a loving an committed relationship for over 15 years yet she is unable to receive certain benefits because of her/their non marital status. This DOES effect them, everyday in ways you don't even think of. They are denied a basic RIGHT based on hate and prejudice. As it stands right now that will come to an end on December 6th. THAT is a reason to dance in the streets, and tonight when it's confirmed, we will.
The rest of it...well that's political. Some things that BOTH party's do change peoples lives for the better or worse. Healthcare, Education, War....just because they don't effect your life, doesn't mean it won't effect others. But that's a political debate that I have no energy for post election.
Oh ya and I can smoke pot legally now I suppose?
Mike