I always vote. Every year, local or national. I do think it is important. It was interesting to note that as divided as the country is, political correctness has bleached the dialogue between neighbors and friends. One friend, who lives in our neighborhood and is from Germany, commented on how funny it was that no one would say in mixed groups who they were voting for. It is so true. When I get bulk e-mails from someone I know in a group that suggests voting for one candidate or the other, I am surprised and wonder at their " Bravado" and then wait for the flurry of replies. But upon reflection, the opinions of those around me would be the most interesting. I spend my days with quite accomplished people from my neighborhood, church and office. Their positions and thoughts should inspire a deliberate decision.
I do not know what we are afraid will happen. Larry King had Maria Shriver on last night and she proudly supports Obama despite her husband. She discussed how it actually was good for her children to grow up and learn how to have respectful disagreements about politics and to be involved. Frankly, it would be good for all of us. One thing for sure. You never can predict and it takes more than one to run this government.
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