New Hope With Stern Warning to Abusive Leaders - Pay Attention Mr. Hicks

Obama during his historic inaugural speech gave this warning to despotic leaders who govern with no accountability, who keep their citizens under a boot heel:
"To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent, know that you are on the wrong side of history, but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist."
I hope that Principal Chief Michell Hicks was listening carefully and intently. Obama's election signifies a people's desire for change. It also signifies a triumph over a machine clearly designed to exclude certain segments of society. The elitist exclusionary tactics of the American political process are not unique. Tribal politics operates in much the same way. Times changed for America, and it's only reasonable to assume that tribes will follow suit. Power is like sand. Grasp too tightly, and it starts slipping through your fingers.
I've got my doubts that Hicks will unclench his fists, but this should serve as a stern warning. Chief Hicks, your leadership is on borrowed time.