reasons for hope

1. 2009 marks retirement from wage-slavery for me (not until late
February, though). There are so many things I want to do that I've been putting on hold far too long.

2. There's a good possibility of a fresh election here, and yet another denial of majority for the Harper crowd. Maybe even a coalition in the centre?

3. After Obama takes over, the indictment of Bush, Cheney & other assorted evildoers becomes a little more likely. It may be dreaming to think they'd be jailed or stripped of their ill-gotten gains, but one can always hope.

4. During the current recession, corporate CEO's may be forced to take salary caps that bring them back into the real world. What's more, increased scrutiny of corporations may lead to some sorely needed reforms. Corporations should never be allowed to supersede governments - public checks & balances are needed.

I wish I could think of a 5th, for symmetry, but that's the best I can do for now. Of course, apart from the 1st, the others are pretty much wishful thinking, but in this crazy world almost anything is possible.

Happy 2009 to all of us!