To Vote or Not to Vote... by J. Campbell

Excerpt:

"I guess that it's safe to say that the more I learn about the work of people like Alice Paul, the greater my appreciation is for my right to vote. I had been pretty numb to the idea of voting, but learning what others sacrificed so I could vote and have a say in what my government is doing, has fueled my desire to make sure I vote. I had been complacent about voting and felt it was a waste of time, but to be honest, even if my vote isn't the one that tips the scales in favor of the person I would like to see in office, I can say I made my voice heard by exercising my right to vote. I may be one small voice, but when put along side of other small voices, I become part of a powerful force to be reckoned with. I can make help to make or break a political career and help decide what issues I want to see brought to the forefront. I can help shape our country into what I hope will continue to be something to be proud of. If I don't vote I am pretty much saying I don't care what happens to our country and that I am willing to submit to whatever others who do vote think or want. In essence I give up my right to have a voice in the political process which not only hurts me but also hurts my country."

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