Today (in case you hadn't noticed) America goes to the polls to vote for a new president. If we are believe the reports it sounds like a black man may soon become the most powerful person on the planet. This really is special! It will be fascinating to see how America lives under his stewardship. Will the American minorities finally have a true voice?

These are very exciting times but I am mindful that Obama ultimately is a politician and, regardless of the skin colour, will probably behave like one. However, millions of people believe he is the symbol for change and this is his opportunity to take America forward and change the rest of the world's perception of the US. Barack, good luck mate and please don't let us down.