Its election year, I'm almost scared to vote, because I might choose badly. Anyone else have these thoughts?
347816
You shouldnt ask people what they are going to vote for, then that would mean that your vote wouldnt be from you. You should vote your yourself, and its not like one vote is going to make the world of difference anyway.
673480
It does not scare me that a Democrat could become President, and I am a conservative Republican. What scares me is one of the ones constantly mentioned as a possible Democratic candidate (Hillary, Kerry, etc) could become President. I vote in terms of best person for the job. I do not inherently vote party lines. But these ones constantly being mentioned, especially Hillary Clinton, are uber-liberal whack jobs. It would indeed harm the country.
112585
Absolutely, and I'd walk out of the voting booth feeling proud of my vote. Most of the Democrats and Republicans I know are voting _against_ someone (seriously - did anybody really, REALLY want a President Kerry, other than as "Not Bush"?). I'll vote _for_ Dr. Ruwart, and know that if she won, she'd be the best President of my lifetime.
852945
I was not going to vote at all cause I think both parties are useless when it comes to caring about the me factor. But since this mudslinging campaigning started to go on and the left media kept throwing padded polls to show the democrats ahead I said screw it and will vote republican, I started doing more and more research and democrats are a scary bunch. I did so much digging and cant find any of their solutions to the "issues" but I sure see a lot of bashing....it shows me a child like thought process, the republicans are more of the responsible party to the point at least they dont change their path because the media says its unpopular. The republican base that was ignored in the polls will come out and vote and yes the Kerry thing was the icing on the cake. A Senator that opens up an does a freudian slip and let his true feelings about the military pop out, even people that served with him in vietnam side against him, showing his true character or lack of.....
757095
I voted for you! But i don't things are looking too bright... 1%! I will get others to vote too! Good luck!\n\n:)
877735
Yep! \n\nAnd I do a mixed bag in voting.... I usually go for canadites I feel are doing a good job or support things I believe in (not just Blue vs. Red).
76984
The 2006 season of hurricanes could be bad but I'm going to just wait on the government to take care of me instead of taking care of myself.\n\nI'm a Democrat and I can't think for myself - the government is supposed to take care of ALL my needs and the best thing is I get other people to pay for it all for me. So I just sit back all day collect government handouts and vote for Democrats on election day. I really am a stupid sheep because the Democrats just want my vote and really don't plan on solving any issues. \n\nOops...did I just type all that out loud?
856223
It sounds similar to when Rock and Roll came to America, and people said our society was doomed. Or color TV. Or women voting, or well you see the point.\nAnything to sell newspapers or keep us glued to the TV.\nTo scare us to vote against "them" and/or for "them". When it's THEM we should know more about.\nDon't get disillusioned, please!\nStay involved in your LOCAL community elections and activities! This is where America still works, and is alive.\nSo I think I'll answer: Yes, and shame on them. But if we buy into their stuff without thinking - then shame on us, too.\nKEEP THINKING!
978992
Go for it; I love this idea, maybe if we fight back they'll stop bothering us with their crap.  I hate it when you go into the polling place and they gang up on you before you get it.  I tell them all to leave me alone.
974554
You always show a confident face.  You want to portray yourself as a winner because people will vote for a winner.  However, I guarantee that both parties are nail biting but do not want to show it.  I am nervous myself, just have to wait to see if the election goes the way I want it too.
104620
I consider myself to be a TRUE republican, and I make it a point to vote every four years for our president. I did vote for Bush and would vote for him again. All my years of voting, I have never voted democratic and don't feel that I ever would. My view on most democrats is that they work too hard to give our hard earned dollars to welfare recipients. I realize there are many women who will need welfare assistance to get on their feet, and that's fine, but there needs to be a limit on how long and how much they can receive. I promise to vote at the next presidential elections.
579116
I vote every chance I get.  Voting is a privilege and should be exercised. I also research the issues beforehand so I am not voting just on the basis of the commercials put out by the candidates.
733255
The sad thing is when I go to vote I'm either voting for the lesser of evils in the the elections or I'm specifically voting to keep someone out of office.  \n\nThis message was paid for by the party for the best candidate out there, and I support this add.  :)
870335
Yes, by all means, VOTE!\n\n(unless you're Republican, of course - JUST KIDDING!).\n\nYou're right, it is a sign of our times, dirty tricks on both sides (some already proven), questionable voting machines ,etc.  But you should vote for two reasons:  \n\nAs an American citizen it is your right and duty to vote.  The only way to ensure our Democracy is for our citizens to exercise their rights under that Democracy, including voting for those who will lead it and shape its policies.\n\nIf you believe that the current Administration is bungling the war in Iraq, or can't handle a disaster like Katrina, or disagree with Bush's assessment that Rumsfeld and Cheney are doing a heck of a job (like "Brownie" did), then you need to vote Democratic to restore a balance of power in Washington.  If you think America is 100% on the right track, and that the President should have almost unlimited power, with a rubber-stamp congress and superceding even the Constitution, you should vote Republican.\n\nEither way, you should vote.  Regardless of who they vote for,  I hope all good citizens do and vote their conscience, not what their party or religious leaders tell them to.
769877
I commend you for your feelings and wish every one felt the same.  We MUST be UNITED is these United States.  I have been around for a while.  For 71 years to be exact.  It would scare the hell out of you if you could see what is becoming of our nation through my eyes.  I have never missed my chance to vote.  It's okay to be liberal or conservitive but the least our people could do is to be a little discrete.  It looks to me as if nothing these days goes on behind closed doors.  What in the world are we thinking?
495422
Maybe you are happy with the way things are run, so you see no reason to vote.  But maybe you don't know yet how the government affects you.  Once you do, you may want to vote, or maybe you will think that your vote is powerless to change the system.  It is good that you are at least asking the question.
737775
yes . i fear our government .