The primaries were spread across nearly half the United States in the most wide-open presidential campaign in memory. As the results begin to roll in, the only guarantee is that it will be a long night. Anticipation, speculation and projections abound.

The candidates have all worked hard in the coast to coast struggle for delegates and the popular vote. The voting public has been engaged like never before. These are exciting times. Whatever the outcome, my hope is that the promises to bring the country together and focus on the big issues will ultimately be fulfilled.