2008 was an incredible year.  The poker world continued to expand globally and here in the U.S., we elected Barack Obama, a black President (of course, we're hoping he's a pro-poker President).  The Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) held its first-ever "Go All-In for Veterans" charity poker tournament in Washington, D.C.  I was honored to co-host the event with NASCAR great Richard Petty and it was an incredibly moving experience.  It was one of those nights that you put in a frame and hang on the wall.  I’d like to extend a special thanks to my wife Karen and poker pros Linda Johnson, Jan Fisher, Kenna James, Marsha Waggoner, and Lee Childs for joining me at that event. The "Go All-In for Veterans" charity poker tournament is a way that the poker industry can give back to those who have sacrificed for us.  I can't imagine a better or more deserving charity than the PVA.  I wish everyone could take a tour through a Veterans Hospital and visit the wonderful young people that have sacrificed for us and see what it takes for paralyzed vets to get through each and every day.  Your perspective of a bad beat will change dramatically.  ...