(I use a solar chart with zero degree house cusps. 0 degrees Libra on the Ascendant, 0 degrees Scorpio on the 2nd, and so forth.)

(Sun on Ascendant in Libra square Moon in Cancer on Mid Heaven)
How we see ourselves ~ tactful, charming, and diplomatic; trying to find balance between two very divided political parties; dependent on others; and geared towards compromise ~ conflicts with our public persona.  The world at large sees us a “united” country that is very nuturing and protective of itself and perhaps using the metaphor of Cancer/The Crab, impervious of what others think. 
(The Sun in an out-of-sign square to Pluto in Sagittarius)  We have a serious conflict overseas that is not going to be easily negotiated.  The positive spin given by those in power is hard for us to swallow.
(The Moon is opposite the Pluto/Jupiter mid-point forming a T-square of sorts with the Sun) We are looking to our foreign allies to help us which is in opposition to our on best interests.  (Jupiter in the 4th) We need to rely on ourselves which is going to get more difficult as a major recession is upon us.  (Wait until Pluto moves into Capricorn!)  Outsourcing is defeating our own purpose as a nation that needs to come together now!!

(Venus in Libra in the first house but close to the second house cusp)  We could be feeling positive and optimistic during this time frame, especially about our financial picture.  (Venus is exactly sextile to Pluto, modern ruler of 2nd house, Scorpio)  We are ready to embrace radical “change” now and transform our spending habilts!  ( Saturn in the 12th house, trine Jupiter in the 4th) There’s a quiet stirring of downsizing going on all around us as people accept the need to make economical sacrafices.  We’re keeping the faith that hard work will pay off and our basic needs will be met.  This enables us to be practical and responsible. 
There is also the push behind the scenes towards alternative medicine as a remedy to our current healthcare situation.  And we’re discipling ourselves in regards to the environment.

(Mars conjunct Mercury in Libra, 1st house) We’re passionate about banding together, speaking out, and unifying our nation, but also reaching out to others to help us solve our inner conflicts and national crisis.  (Mars & Mercury trine Neptune and loosely the North Node/Chiron conjunction in Aquarius)  It looks like there may be some relief or at least an impasse to the gas/oil issue. 
In addition, we’re working to heal our collective wounds, mainly by re-opening them.  This election is a good example as we bridge racial and gender gaps. (The Aquarius stellium in the 5th house)  We can reach out through our youth to help spread the message of equality.  Perhaps by using creative means? 

(South Node in Leo in the eleventh house/North Node in Aquarius in the 5th house)
We are bringing up a new generation that won’t have the same prejudices as our forefathers and can help us shape our destiny as a nation. (North Node, conjunct Chiron and Neptune).  It’s time to manifest our hopes, goals, and wishes while learning from our past mistakes.  The younger generation has perhaps a broader minded view growing up in the technical age.  We’re shaping our future through cell phones, computers, and video games, all of which can be used to inspire and educate.  We live in a much more social environment thanks to these technological advances and we’ve learned the pros & cons of cross continental communication. We must choose our friends wisely at this time.   And it’s not a great idea to use celebrities as role models.  I hope we can look elsewhere for our heros.
LET US NOW FACTOR IN THE USA CHART

(The Nodes ~ heading towards a nodal opposition next April of 2009 ~ we’re approximately half way through a 19 year cycle.  If we go back about 9 1/2 years ago, we are about a year shy of the controversial 2000 election.)
We may be seeing another heavily disputed election or one surrounded by as much controversy as the 2000 election.
There is definately a major shift coming for our country ~ One that is in line with our destiny and meant to restore our faith.  (USA Moon conjuncts the stellium in Aquarius)  Again, our future as a country depends on the advances we make to keep up with global technology.  (The Nodes trine/sextile USA Saturn.)  Through hard work, discipline, and accepting responsibility for our future, we are generating positive energy in the collective unconscious.

(Uranus retrograde in Pisces stands alone in the sixth house until you look at it’s exact square to USA Mars in Gemini in the 9th).  The war is becoming even more explosive with unexpected twists and turns.  Our past actions could be stirring things up. A lot of denial and cover up will continue to go on. (Uranus opposes USA Neptune in the 12th forming a T-square with Mars).  If we ignore the inevitable by sweeping things under the carpet, it will come back to bite us in the ass.  It’s not a good idea to bury our head in the desert sand now.

(The Sun/Venus midpoint exactly conjuncts USA Saturn)   We have a good shot at slow and steady progress although it may feel like we’re not moving forward at all.  Love and understanding goes hand in hand with patience.  We can unify our nation through cooperation as longterm partnership is highlighted now. (Saturn is exhalted in Libra).  I keep repeating that we can’t over extend ourselves or we will pay a very high price economically.  Excess is not best and we can’t fall prey to false optimism or over state our own importance. (Jupiter in the 4th house squares USA Saturn in the 1st, and exactly opposes USA Sun in the 10th, forming another T-square in the chart). 
It’s time for self improvement (Saturn in Virgo sextile USA Sun).   I always say: Charity begins at home! We need to ‘walk our talk’ (Venus square USA Mercury in Cancer in the 10th house).  If we brag about false accomplishments or lie to ourselves about our economy, we’re going to wind up with our feet in our mouths.  The powers that be must think before they speak and watch a ‘rush to judgement’ mentality. (Mars conjunct Mercury in Libra, 1st house, square USA Mercury in the 10th).

(Mars/Mercury trine Neptune/Chiron/North Node forms a Grand Air Trine with USA Mars in Gemini!)  We can as a nation, work towards peace using diplomacy, and our open minded, liberated, technology savvy youth, to exchange global visions with our allies in an effort to curb this war and other domestic issues.  In addition, we may have opportunities to work out a solution to the gas/oil crisis by uniting with the world market.  There is a HUGE positive energy vibration at work here.

(Moon conjunct USA Jupiter and  USA Venus)  We do look great in the worlds eyes and may be perceived as having unlimited resources with which to share.  We must be careful of our own excesses too, especially in regards to spending.  (Pluto in an out-of-sign opposition to USA Venus).  It does offer hope of optimistic new beginnings and women in the spot light.  Interestingly, Sarah Palin has turned this race on it’s head and don’t be surprised if we see Hillary return in some form or other.  Females look to dominate this country’s attention.  However, a prominant woman could stir up controversy with the change that’s so desperately craved on a very deep level.  (Pluto to enter Capricorn a week after election day)  I think we will experience major transformation in this 3 month sector but perhaps not in the way it’s ‘expected’.  (Uranus station in November.)

(Saturn in Virgo trine Jupiter in Capricorn, repeating the Saturnian theme, in the 4th).  Let us not forget that we have a lot of hard work to do to better ourselves spiritually, financially, and philosophically, with a lot left to learn.  So why don’t we scale back, keep it real, and manifest better things for our country.  This way we can shine in the worlds eyes, feel optimistic, and remain positive in the face of radical new beginnings! 

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!