I’ve been volunteering for both the Bush and Kerry campaigns (not officially of course, but assisting friends and family in posting signs) and teaching my 5-year old how elections work and trying to explain how electoral votes are distributed. (He was actually able to tell ME how they worked…thanks SchoolHouse Rock! )
I have to join the masses and tell everyone (that has not already) to brave those lines, find that elusive parking spot and get thyself to their local voting booth today to, because it is super important to voice your opinion, whether or not this is “THE MOST IMPORTANT ELECTION YOU’VE EVER SEEN IN YOUR LIVES!!”
It is ALWAYS important to make sure that you take advantage of the privilege we have to vote and make sure that your voice is heard, whether or not you feel you’re making a difference. (Just look at the 2000 election…just a few votes and the country could have been completely different!)
All right, drumroll please…contrary to popular belief in my home, office and amongst my friends, I HAVE made a decision. It took me a lot of research and a ton of time, but I finally decided to vote. (And that’s all I’m going to share.)
I’m one of those weirdoes that believe that I should keep your vote to myself. It’s not horribly necessary for me to go preach to the masses who to vote for, unless I am the candidate. I like signs in public places (medians, corners, that sort of thing), but don’t think they’re a great thing in personal yards.
I understand campaigning and that sort of thing, but I would (PERSONALLY) never be able to cold-call someone on the telephone or email them or go to their home to tell them to vote for my candidate of choice, unless that particular candidate was my best friend (who should TOTALLY run for office) or my husband, or any member of my family.
But that’s just my honest opinion.
I have enjoyed the camaraderie displayed here on the blog during this election – it was very informative for me and a unique experience that I am grateful for. I look forward to tomorrow morning when the results are “announced”…maybe I should find a television somewhere tonight!
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