With the nominees for both major American political parties chosen for all intents and purposes, it would seem that the 2008 Presidential Election has clarified. Barack Obama has essentially tied up the nomination for the Democratic Party and John McCain has been the presumptive Republican nominee for months. Now all we have to do is wait, watch debates, do our research and then vote according to conscience and what we feel is right for the country, because of course in this time where real change needs to happen, we're not going to simply vote based solely on party loyalty.

But is everything really as clear as it seems? Has the fight really only fallen to these two men, both of them worthy of respect and admiration? Of course there remains the issue of a vice presidential candidate, but how much will that really affect the race?

Not as much as what Ron Paul's supporters can do.

Ron Paul has had a remarkable effect on the landscape of American politics. His remarkable grass roots support manifested in signs in both blue and red states, along with a shocking amount of money pouring into his campaign coffers through Internet donations. His supporters numbered, in fact still number, in the millions, and the demographics of these supporters may be the most startling tidbit of all.

Young people eager for change and a return to our founding documents turned out in remarkable numbers, breathing hope into those who feared the apathy of a rising generation of voters. Middle-aged citizens who fear for their future, both in terms of Social Security and the educational system for their children, appeared in huge numbers as supporters of Ron Paul as well. What is more, the older generation had numerous representatives in the throngs supporting Ron Paul.

Poor, middle class, rich: all supported Ron Paul's candidacy for President. His refreshing matter-of-fact thoughts on the 'war' in Iraq and his firm resolve to abolish the cumbersome and useless federal Department of Education appealed to voters young and old.

So now what? With Senator John McCain the presumptive Republican nominee, what should Ron Paul supporters do? Should they continue to vote for their candidate? Should they encourage Dr. Paul to continue his candidacy, in essence to become a spoiler for the Republican Party and basically pave the way to the White House for Barack Obama?

Let's take a close look at this issue. We will divide this argument into two sections: Yes, supporters

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