The 2008 Democratic presidential race pits two presumably able candidates against each other armed with two strong campaign concepts — not only what they can bring to the presidency, but also how the office should be run. Sen. Hillary Clinton asserts her experience — assuring the public that, if elected into office, her decisions will be wise ones. She recognizes the amount of governing power attached to the presidential seat, and believes that there is a practiced skill necessary in governing correctly.

Sen. Barack Obama promotes the idea of hope and change, and it is obvious that this country is in dire need of both. America's international reputation and economy are plunging deeper and deeper; many agree that a reform in policies is imperative to get the nation out of its rut.

Obama's concentration on change focuses on societal reforms.

The overall platforms of these two candidates are similar, and the Democratic public is led to believe that only one of these two concepts will be more effective in the presidential office.

Although experience is needed to get any job done properly, good judgment is the most crucial element in decision-making. A fresh breath of ideas will definitely be a refreshing change from the stale normalcy of politics.