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President's Radio Address
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For Immediate Release November 1, 2008

President's Radio Address

˙˙President's Radio Address
˙˙Audio ˙˙En Espa¤ol


THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. This Tuesday is Election Day. After months of
spirited debate and vigorous campaigning, the time has come for Americans
to make important decisions about our Nation's future. I encourage all
Americans to go to the polls and vote.

Election season brings out the spirit of competition between our political
parties, and that competition is an essential part of a healthy democracy.
But as the campaigns come to a close, Republicans, Democrats, and
independents can find common ground on at least one point: Our system of
representative democracy is one of America's greatest strengths.

The United States was founded on the belief that all men are created equal.
Every Election Day, millions of Americans of all races, religions, and
backgrounds step into voting booths throughout the Nation. Whether they are
rich or poor, old or young, each of them has an equal share in choosing the
path that our country will take. And every ballot they cast is a reminder
that our founding principles are alive and well.

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˙ Voting is one of the great privileges of American citizenship, and it has
always required brave defenders. As you head to the polls next week,
remember the sacrifices that have been made by generations of Americans in
uniform to preserve our way of life. From Bunker Hill to Baghdad, the men
and women of American Armed Forces have been devoted guardians of our
democracy. All of us owe them and their families a special debt of
gratitude on Election Day.

Americans should also remember the important example that our elections set
throughout the world. Young democracies from Georgia and Ukraine to
Afghanistan and Iraq can look to the United States for proof that
self-government can endure. And nations that still live under tyranny and
oppression can find hope and inspiration in our commitment to liberty.

For more than two centuries, Americans have demonstrated the ability of
free people to choose their own leaders. Our Nation has flourished because
of its commitment to trusting the wisdom of our citizenry. In this year's
election, we will see this tradition continue. And we will be reminded once
again that we are blessed to live in a free nation guided by the will of
the people.

Thank you for listening.

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