what is it important to vote?
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It is important to vote Democrat.
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Voter turnout is linked to apathy not the day we vote. There are plenty of options for voting in the weeks before the actual election day, including an early ballot by mail or going to the Secretary of State's office at your convenience and voting there.
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I think it is a civic duty for every American citizen to vote. But you are very right that an ignorant vote may defeat your own purpose, because when you randomly vote for anyone on the ballot that somehow seems at the moment to possibly be the better choice, even though you know absolutely nothing about that persons history or views, you may actually help elect someone who does not have your best interest in mind. Even voting blindly straight down for one particular party, but you really don't know if some of them do not represent you political views, you may be making a mistake.\n\nHaving said that, I urge that all Americans start caring to research the candidates before any election and become INFORMED and there fore be an informed voter for a better America. I am Republican because I believe in Republican values in general, and I vote mostly Republican, but I will vote Democrat or Independent or Green, too, if I like that candidate better for his or her voting history or moral outlook over the Republican alternative. I voted for Bush and I stand by him now even when there is so much Bush bashing going on all around me, because I have done my homework and I see that he is an honest man who is doing his best and has the right ideas. I do also resent that there are so many stupid people who want to undermine our leadership in a terribly dangerous time of war which weakens our position and makes all the other countries laugh at us. And, I don't believe in blindly following a trend that hates one candidate or loves another just to be popular not really understanding all there is to it. So, before you vote, please study all of the issues in depth and know what your candidate really stands for, and don't listen to partisan propaganda to form your opinions.
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of course everyones vote matters. Unfortunately, about 50% or more of the registered voters won't bother to get off their lazy bums to cast their ballot.
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I would whisper in everyone's ear:  Liberty is the key.  Your own decisions about your own life, and how to live it, must be the dominant consideration when you vote.  That's what voting is for.  Therefore, vote for your Liberty.
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respect 1st and foremost FREEDOM respect other opinions be kind and generous work hard and be honest. love life / get involved vote take stands maintain good morals. and always demand this of others
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There are a number of controversial propositions that need attention.  I hope to defeat some and support some.  I also want to give my vote to some worthy candidates.\n\nWhat did you hope to accomplish with your vote?
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Let everyone know that in order to maintain a society that is orderly and law abiding, we should all participate in an election. It's important that we research candidates and laws prior to an election so that we know what we want. We have to make ourselves heard. Every vote counts!
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People vote or don’t vote for a number of reasons.  Since I could first vote (1952) I have never missed an opportunity to vote (across three States), so obviously voting is important to me.  However, I would not apply the same to everyone.  Those who don’t vote simply make it easier for the rest of us to get our candidates and issues winning the vote.\n\nHowever, voting should not be the only rule of being proactive.  Do you (voters) know who is elected and appointed to positions in your own community.  Are you familiar with the budgets for the various jurisdictions?  Do you attend council meetings and county board of supervisor meetings?  Do you attend the work sessions for the various issues? \n\nIn opinion, voting is only part of the citizen’s responsibilities.  So if you are going to knock people for not voting, you should also knock voters who are not aware of what is going on in their own community.
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No. It gives you something to look forward to. Also gives you time to gain knowledge about voting through your schooling.
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I always vote for eveything from school board to President.  I believe voting is the foundation of every other right.  Without it, nothing else matters.
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There is more power in the vote. It is the final answer to petition, however to bring an issue to vote sometimes you have to petition to do it.
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Vote it's the best way to make your voice heard! Also don't vote for asssholes like George Bush, Jr.!
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Religion plays a part in the choices you make in voting, just as every other part of who you are plays a part in every decision you make about anything.\n\nEverything we learn, experience, and believe in molds our decision making.
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Democracy is voting,\nVoting is right to choose.\nSo without voting there is no democracy.\nWhat else can be more important then that.
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It is very important to ensure that democrazy exists .... that we continue to vote and participate in voicing our concerns and ways to better our local areas.  You know what they say...."Use it or lose it"
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I vote at every opportunity I get! I gather all information on prospective candidates, then make a decision based upon my findings. It incenses me to no end, when USA citizens fail to vote, or don't do their homework concerning a potential candidate. I've come too far to relinquish my power to vote! I WILL KEEP THE FAITH! *******************\nLOVE, HONOR, PROTECT, SERVE, BELIEVE, FIGHT, FOR MY BROTHERS, AND SISTERS RIGHT TO VOTE! STAND UP, AND BE HEARD! GIVE ME A HELL YEA, IF YOU HEAR ME! OUR TROOPS, FAMILIES, FREEDOM, AND COUNTRY ARE DEPENDING ON YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!