The one right guaranteed by the Constitution that has the most amendments is the right to vote. The amendments make certain that everyone who can vote will be able to vote. But often in the midterms, that isn’t necessarily what happens.
Unfortunately statistics show that, on average, only about 27% of eligible voters vote in local elections, and these voters consist mostly of those who are 65 and older. Why? Do voters not think the midterms are important?
If you are one of those absent voters, how wrong you are! If you want input into your state or local politics, now is the chance to vote for the persons who can personally affect you — legislators, mayors, county commissioners, etc. These local leaders are closer to you and you stand a better chance of even having the opportunity to converse one-on-one with one of them.
Many of our congressional representatives are running in this coming election. If you are satisfied — or not — you need to vote your opinion! Does or doesn’t your vote count? Of course it counts — every vote counts!
In the times we are experiencing right now, availing yourself of the right to vote is crucial! So — vote!
Karen Post
Sandy