We’ve heard them refer to today as “Super Tuesday.” I get the “Tuesday” reference, although I am searching for the rationale behind the “Super” reference.
I hear all of the hype about it being our “civic duty” to get to the poles and vote, but I don’t whole-heartedly agree with this either. I don’t believe that everyone who will go to the polls today is as informed on the issues or the candidates as they should be.
Take me for example; I’ve never been real big on politics, but I have tried to keep somewhat informed when the elections have rolled around. In the past, this has involved the pumping of Tom’s brain for his analysis on the issues. While it may not be the best form of information gathering, I have not just taken his opinions at face value; we have debated some of the past issues in depth. This year, however, I have been so distracted with getting on with my life (post Tom’s death) that my voter pamphlet is now buried on my kitchen counter. Aside from the ads on TV, I don’t even know what the ballot measures are.
I thought about heading to the polls to only vote for the presidential candidate, but I am now second guessing that as well. While I have some vague understanding of the candidate positions, I don’t feel that I have a strong enough understanding to truly be convicted to my candidate of choice.
It is not our civic duty to get out and vote. It is our civic duty to become informed voters. I have failed to meet this informed requirement. Unless I can shake this sickness characterized as “Electile Dysfunction,” I have banned myself from the polling site until I have found a cure.
Many thanks to Cecile for today’s reason to smile
Electile Dysfunction: the inability to become aroused over any of the choices for President put forth by either party in the 2008 election year.
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Let me help you out.
Vote “no” on all of the propositions – they all suck.
Pick Clinton or Obama for the party if you are a Dem. If you are a Republican I can’t help you.
Just do it. We need the No votes – especially on that craptastic gaming plan. Horrible.
I appreciate your comments. I have felt very uninformed lately. When the candidates start bickering I tune out! :) The NPR site you linked was a good informational site. I have learned a little more about them! :)
I’m sorry you’ve been having a tough time lately. Wish I lived closer to give you a hug or two!
You are in my prayers! Hope the ankle’s healed nicely!
I had this EXACT conversation at lunch!!! I totally could have written what you wrote!!!
It may be too late because I don’t know where you are, but I posted voter info links at Small Reflections earlier today that helped ME make decisions before voting. Check it out if the polls are still open where you are … and if not … check it out so you have the info for the NEXT election.
Hugs and blessings,
So, I said no to all props and no entry for president made sense.
Never fear. I did end up casting my ballot. YaYa went with me and it was fun to show him all about the process. I do have to say that it was disappointing that my precinct went back to paper ballots again.
Paper ballots here, as well.
I couldn’t agree more with this post!
I try not to miss an election, even if I leave some parts blank because I can’t comprehend them. This one was easy though, just like 21st Mom said.