So now what?

Here is the letter I received today in my email box...

Let me start by saying, "Thank you." You have stood with Elizabeth and me throughout this campaign. Your support has sustained us as we have traveled across this country.

Earlier today, I suspended my campaign for the Democratic nomination for the presidency. I made this announcement from where our journey began just over 12 months ago: New Orleans.

I began my presidential campaign in New Orleans to remind the country that all of us -- as citizens and as a government -- have a moral responsibility to each other, and what we do together matters.

Now, it's time for me to step aside so that history can blaze its path. We do not know who will take the final steps to the White House -- but what we do know is that our Democratic Party will make history.

And, along the way, all of you who have been involved in this campaign and this movement for change and this cause, I am asking you to continue speaking out for those who have no voice, just as Elizabeth and I will continue to do. We need you.

Do not turn away from the great struggles before us. Do not give up on the causes that we have fought for. Do not walk away from what's possible, because it's time for all of us -- all of us together -- to make the two Americas one. We need you.

I hope you will take a few moments to listen to the video clip of my speech in New Orleans earlier this afternoon or to read it below (Here).

In the meantime, Elizabeth and my family join me in thanking all of you for your support and for working so hard on my behalf. We are truly blessed to have such friends.

Thank you.

John Edwards
January 30, 2008

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I try not to get into political conversations, as to not offend anyone, but the topics these days - besides my conversations on poopy diapers and 2-year-old tantrums - are quite limited.

We could discuss the whole Britney Spears disaster...but I think that she has done enough damage on her own. And it really needs to be put to rest.

I would rather skim the topic of politics, just because it is something I am very passionate about and hope that my daughter carries the same passion that I do, someday.

I don't know if I ever missed a primary or election day vote, being able to voice my opinion at the polls is something that I do with great respect and pride...Adding the 19th amendment to our Constitution did not come easily. Women had to fight for political equality...Exactly why I am so passionate about voting.

We are now less than a year away from having either another Republican or a new Democrat in office...As each primary or caucus passes, the selection gets thinner. The media is already pushing their agenda on who they want as the front runners, but this isn't their choice to decide. I hope that many will take advantage of the internet and read newspapers from all over the region, check out all the candidates websites, read blogs...Be informed and know what the candidates stand for...

This isn't about you or me...it is about our children. I know I want my little girl to grow up in a safe world, I want her to be able to breathe air that isn't polluted, I want her to be able to afford a good life, and I want her to see a world that is capable of peace.

I know that many of you have the similar convictions (Iowa and NH have proven that!) and hope that we all take the time to voice our votes in the Primary...I know it sounds cliche, but exercise your right and get out and vote!

And because many of you are probably wondering who I will be supporting in the Pennsylvania Primary...that would be John Edwards. I have been following him since 2004 and truly believe that his ideas are aligned with my hopes, I wholeheartedly believe that he has the best interest of America in mind. I encourage all to visit his site and find out more about his cause.

But don't stop there, read the polls and look beyond traditional media...and then stand-up for who you believe in, by casting your ballot. Because as the primary is proving...every vote counts!

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