From Becky (Studebaker) Marruffo

My 87 year old grandmother has always been a conservative person with conservative values. We usually don’t discuss politics. So I was taken somewhat off guard when she asked me in a recent phone conversation, “You are voting for the RIGHT one, aren’t you?”

She’s voting for Obama.

My parents have been involved in the Republican party in my home town for as long as I can remember. They’ve hosted coffees, helped pass out literature, and my mom was a precinct chairperson for many years. A couple of years ago, my father said to me that he was ashamed to be a Republican and that he couldn’t support that party any longer. They are small business owners and have been for many years. They’re both very excited about the changes that could be coming to our country.

They’re voting for Obama.

I’ve always voted Republican. I’ve always considered myself to have somewhat conservative values. I really don’t get too involved in politics, but this time around I have felt compelled to express my thoughts and concerns about the direction our country has been taking. I’ve been intrigued by coverage of the convention, debates and campaign. I’m concerned about our involvement in a seemingly endless wars. There are a lot of other reasons, too…but the most important reasons are the two that I just tucked into bed.

I’m voting for Obama.

Not just for me, but for my family. Because I want them to wake up to a different country – the country that we CAN be.

Won’t you vote for change, too?