It's surprising how the undercurrents of politics work their way into the office. It's not on the surface, and most folks are not spending time talking about the elections or the candidates, but it is the elephant that no one talks about. It seems we care a lot more about getting along and getting our work done, rather than arguing politics. We pride ourselves on getting things done.

The other elephant in the office that we don't really talk about is the economy and the stock market. Most of us have been hurt by what is going on. It weighs on all of us. We are an R&D organization. We all know the ramifications of declining manufacturing and declining raw material prices as it relates to research and development.

It will be interesting to see how tomorrow's outcome will play out over the coming months and years. Some folks think hope and euphoria will take over. Most of us just want to hold on to what's in our wallets with a healthy dose of scepticism. I personally don't care anymore. I think we deserve the president we are going to get. I know I wouldn't want to be the next President. I also feel that Washington no longer represents me. It's all about money, power and getting re-elected - the people be damned.