Presidential Inauguration

We've made friends with the head of the American Consulate here in Alexandria since we've been here. She is young and newly married too, a lot of fun to hang out with and on our school board. She invited us over for an Inauguration party to watch President Obama sworn into office. We had a very good time and mingled with some interesting people to chat with. She had several guests that were being hosted by the consulate either for political, business, or social good will travels to Egypt. She also had American snacks where were a great treat.
Egyptians are very excited about our incoming president. They are huge Obama supporters, however, whenever I ask someone why they can never give me an answer. All they know is that he promises "change" and they want "change". But then again, when I ask what do they want changed they really don't know that either. I've had several occasions out in public where someone has come up to me and asked if I was an American and then said, "Yes, Obama!" and show that they are so happy we elected him.