By: Jacqueline Bennett newsandviewsjb Regardless of where one’s allegiance is in the late night talk show arena, last night was clearly an American cultural milestone when an emotional Jay Leno wrapped up 22 years as host of the iconic “Tonight Show”. The show included a stellar performance by country artist Garth Brooks of his classic “The Dance “- a favorite of Leno’s, the moving, bittersweet lyrics of the ballad seemed to sum up his departure. “And now I’m glad I didn’t know – The way it all would end, the way it all would go – Our lives are better left to chance – I could have missed the pain – but I’d have had to miss the dance,” sang Brooks. Despite retaining his…