Why do you vote?
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Simple question here. I see alot of people talking in the other threads about how they think all politicians are scum. Then why even vote.
Why I don't vote - Its simple you’re not going to get change from the political party that clearly, tragically serves corporate interests over anything else. That’s the way the system works.
Why I don't vote - Its simple you’re not going to get change from the political party that clearly, tragically serves corporate interests over anything else. That’s the way the system works.
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i still believe if voting could change the system it would be illegal.....still, if all the nonvoters supported a single candidate they could get him elected.
still, change doesnt' come from a ballot.
but if that vote you have a right to is just a farce, what does it matter?
honestly, because I think that I am making a difference when in fact I am not. But I will continue to vote, even in my local elections.
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The media decides the frontrunners, and then delivers the hype. People need to turn off the TV.
But I see some candidates re-elected because there are many people who don't want change. Their life depends on certain policies.
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well all you really need to do is get your name ticked off. after that its up to you whether you vote or not.
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Last time I voted was for Dalton Mcguinty for Premier Of Ontario Canada in 2003, I voted for him because he said he was not going to raise my taxes, since then he is responsible for the 2 largest tax increases in Ontario history. I will never vote again. I agree totally with you that politicians only serve corporate interests. Someway, somehow we have to let these bastards know that we are the leaders that we have the power, if we don't we are doomed.
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Really though, it's our right and "they" whomever that is, might prefer we didn't always exercise it so by golly I'm gonna.Besides makes you feel good doesn't it?
I rarely do vote. It's pointless. Even if they weren't all scum and the government wasn't corrupt and broken, I still would have trouble voting for someone who would uphold all of my beliefs for the term of office. This is especially true since I have beliefs that lie on both sides of the fence.
With technology, I think we could move to a system were we should be allowed to directly vote on issues as a public and not have to rely on representatives who are likely on the take.
Of course, then there's always the argument recently put forth by a judge in California that the majority shouldn't always be allowed to determine policy. That is a very scary thing to me.
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I agree...
and to answer the question "why do I vote"...because I can..
I find it amusing that some dismiss the power of voting...just because your candidate didn't win doesn't mean voting is waste of time...it's like taking your ball and going home when you're losing...
And please tell me where i said i don't vote because my candidate didn't win.
This was my reason "Its simple you’re not going to get change from the political party that clearly, tragically serves corporate interests over anything else. That’s the way the system works."
So why do you vote? just because you can??? You can do alot of things, thats not a very good reason.
Our government is the potent, the omnipresent teacher. For good or for ill, it teaches the whole people by its example. Crime is contagious. If the government becomes a law-breaker, it breeds contempt for law; it invites every man to become a law unto himself; it invites anarchy. - Louis Brandeis
well, it's my reason...you asked a question and I answered...sorry if my answer is not good enough for you...
and why so defensive...? I was speaking in general terms, which here means: it's not always about you...
and if you're so upset about who is running for office...quit complaining and run for office...
for me, I find it hard to take seriously anyone who doesn't vote...it's not that hard...
I never said it was all about me. I am upset about the system, and the fact that people think their fixing the problem by wearing a sticker that says "I voted".
Do you think your reason for voting is good? Because you can.
If your wife cheated on you and you asked why and she said "because I can" would you accept that answer?
"Well, you tell him that I don't talk to suckas."
Our government is the potent, the omnipresent teacher. For good or for ill, it teaches the whole people by its example. Crime is contagious. If the government becomes a law-breaker, it breeds contempt for law; it invites every man to become a law unto himself; it invites anarchy. - Louis Brandeis
then
Let me expand on my "because I can" answer...perhaps it will help relieve some stress for you...
I vote because I live in a country that allows me to do so without fear of repercussion...in other words...because I can...
I do not agree that someone should vote just because they can. If I do not feel there is a candidate running who would represent me properly, than not voting for either is a way of making an informed choice.
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