media.www.redandblack.com — Those who follow this page probably know me by now as a strong supporter of Ron Paul. Before the time when I came to understand and agree with his policies, I was a fairly strong Democrat. I have volunteered on the campaigns of several Democrats, including John Kerry, and never even thought of voting for a Republican before Paul. Now I'm to where t
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acrinimirilJul 28, 2008
There seems to be a sense of satisfaction people get from having picked the candidate who wins. But an election is not a sweepstakes, it is not a contest to guess the number of M&M's in a big jar and win a prize. There isn't a reward for "getting it right." The goal of voting is not to pick the winner but to announce your preference for who should hold the office.
krondJul 28, 2008
If you don't vote your conscience, then your vote _doesn't_ count, indeed. Because then...it's not YOUR vote. Allowing yourself to be coerced by the Brand Name Parties™ or the MSM to vote for someone other than who you truly want to vote for -- THAT's throwing away your vote.Google Campaign for Liberty
robjayneJul 28, 2008
Very good analysis and so true.