presidentes

i've been trying to refrain from too much politics here, most likely due to my cynicism. but i couldn't help but post the this link to writing about female vice presidents in latin america. its funny how we think of the u.s. as so far removed (& beyond) our Southern neighbors, while they make political moves that we can only hope for. i wonder how long it will be before we have an indigenous president.

not to say that latin america should be seen as a role model for fair or equitable electoral politics, but i also think its important to not get too far ahead of ourselves thinking a non-white or non-male on a major ticket is anything revolutionary.