Have you?
Also, I have to admit that walking up to the local polling place (in a High School gymnasium), I felt a sudden surge of love for democracy. I thought of all the millions of individuals converging on centers like this to make their voices heard, and I just thought to myself, "DANG, I love this country."
So. Hurrah for democracy, and hurrah for America!
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As I was standing in line waiting for my turn, I wondered - are children still being taught what a privilege this is, and that being patriotic is a good thing?
Your comment gives me hope for the future.
Aw...I felt that same surge when I biked by the incredibly long line at Precinct 3 on Longwood Ave this morning. Sadly I have only had the chance to vote in person once. I haven't ever missed an election, but absentee ballot just isn't quite the same.
I felt the same thing, Bethy-loo as I was punching in my vote onto the touch screen. I just had this overwhelming feeling of gratitude at living in this country of freedom. Good stuff!
Amen. And I love that Americans have been inspired to register in record numbers this year.
Democracy rocks.
I took all four of my children to vote - I wanted them to see the process. It was surprisingly painless - the lines weren't too bad at 4pm, and they thought it was so cool to get to wear "I voted" stickers.
Unfortunately, none of the people or propositions I voted for won. I feel like I live in Chicago again. Oh, well - it was still good to cast my vote!
Yea for voting where or not the person you vote for wins it's great to voice your opion.
Dad told me today that someone he works with put his big red "I voted!" sticker up right outside his cubby, with a scribbled note underneath it that said: "Fat lot of good that did!"
Easy to be cynical. Better to be thankful. I'm glad that you chose the latter.
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