For the world, the first half of the month shows continuing polarization globally of opinions, beliefs, ideas (Uranus square Pluto). On the 2^nd, however, a trend towards positive transformation is apparent (Sun sextile Pluto). Pragmatic changes regarding the global economy get initiated on the 3^rd, requiring and exhibiting more patience and long-term planning (Solar Eclipse in Scorpio conjunct Saturn, sextile Mars, sextile Pluto). Delays are indicated on the 6^th, yet with more practicality (Sun conjunct Saturn; Venus into Capricorn). This month shows a good combination of compassion and common sense (eclipse and planetary stations in water, lunation and Mars aspects, and Venus into Capricorn combining realism and intention). On the 7^th, a beneficial pattern indicates good harvests and improvement in nurturing and the integrity of the food supply (Jupiter station retrograde in Cancer). The 8^th is a day that is pleasant for romance and idealistic dreams (Venus sextile Neptune), while the 9^th is yet another indicator of slow but levelheaded future planning (Mars sextile Saturn). Imagination and artistic sensibilities are indicated on the 10^th (Mercury station direct in a water sign, trine Neptune). On the 13^th, a worldwide yearning for spiritual guidance or higher ideals is shown (Neptune station direct in Pisces). Firmness is the watchword on the 17^th (Full Moon in Taurus)...but also stubbornness. Buoyancy and confidence are shown on the 20^th (Mars sextile Jupiter); thrift on the 24^th (Venus in Capricorn sextile Saturn); and an upbeat joyful pattern on the 28^th (Venus opposite Jupiter) - all in all, not a warlike blueprint at all for the month of November, but a sensible pragmatic pattern helping the world calm down and get real.

For The U.S., the entire month indicates an effort - perhaps a struggle - to heal our differences (Jupiter in H7 square Chiron). From the 1^st to the 21^st, and again on the 29^th, sensible planning, steadiness, piecemeal yet productive efforts vie with obstinacy or negative news (Saturn in H11 trine Sun/progressed Jupiter but square progressed Mercury). On the 13^th, a hopeful but unrealistic dreaminess is finally letting go of the national psyche while a true inspiration is growing (Neptune in H3 conjunct progressed Descendant, final quinqunx to Midheaven and trine to progressed Moon). On the 17^th, an excellent aspect for employment and real estate is reached (Full Moon in Taurus conjunct progressed Midheaven exact in H6). The second half of November indicates exciting innovation which can have impact upon families or households (Uranus in H4 semi-sextile progressed Sun). From the 23^rd-24^th, weakness is shown especially regarding legal matters or even military force (Mars in H9 quinqunx Neptune). From the 26^th-28^th, the Thanksgiving period seems joyful but somber as people realize they must rein in their goals to deal with budgets or reality (progressed Moon trine Venus, conjunct progressed Saturn in H11). The entire month is affected economically, requiring deep changes in the financial system and peoples' personal income (Pluto into our H2).

For President Obama, November is an economic rollercoaster affecting even his personal esteem (Uranus in Aries H2 in a Yod, quinqunx Neptune, quinqunx progressed Pluto). A continuation of his enduring obstinacy and unrealistic dreams might become ever more visible to observers (Neptune in his H1 in a Yod quinqunx Neptune, quinqunx progressed Sun, and opposite progressed Venus); he might make promises that can't be filled, make statements that are unsupportable, or place wishful thinking over reasonable possibilities. He is being pushed, nevertheless, into positive transformation of his dreams and beliefs (Pluto in his H11 sextile progressed Neptune, finishing the trine to his progressed Pluto). On the 10^th, there are good aspects for speeches or conferences (Mercury station direct in Scorpio square his natal Mercury exact, but sextile his progressed Venus exact, trine natal Venus, and opposite progressed Moon). He may use too many words, and be overemotional but be quite charming under this aspect. Emotions run high, but old patterns surface on the 15^th (progressed Moon entering Taurus, square Jupiter). A new cycle begins regarding debt, budgets, insurance plans, and powerful interests (Mars in Virgo H8 returns to his natal Mars). From the 25^th-30^th, he has sensible plans and takes his time executing or administering them (Mars trine progressed Saturn/Saturn).

For Hillary Clinton (10/26/47, Chicago, with uncertain birth time, so typical of a secretive Scorpio), November is a period which may indicate a new start such as a decision to campaign for 2016 (progressed Moon trine progressed Sun), but certainly will force the reopening of much karmic negative baggage (Pluto, ruler of her natal Scorpio Sun, conjunct progressed Sun in Capricorn; transiting Saturn conjunct progressed South Node/Mercury in Scorpio, the sign of secrets). From the 4^th-12^th, she will find a difficult uphill struggle, with delays and obstacles littering her path (Saturn square Mars/Pluto). Her birth chart shows extreme difficulty to be overcome with formidable will, yet having created many enemies she must deal with the situations before she can move on (Mars/Pluto/Saturn square Mercury in Scorpio). From November 22^nd-29^th, her popularity may be negatively affected (Saturn conjunct Venus) which could also reduce her campaign funds. Looking ahead to January 2014, the struggles and delays do not abate, but drag on. If she hopes to achieve her goal, she will find it to be like pushing a boulder up a mountain (progressed Ascendant onto Saturn; Saturn in a long square to natal Saturn and progressed Ascendant). While the uncertain birth time may put into question one or two of these forecasts (e.g., the correct Ascendant), the overall picture of delay, obstacles, and dealing with old - perhaps ancient - karma is indisputable.