From the what I hear, less than half of the US population votes. When asked why they do not vote, some say that they feel that not voting is a form of protest against the system. But doesn't that make the system more corrupt?
2006-06-14 13:35:25 · 19 answers · asked by GoldenSpirit 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
Yes. Please never vote. Thank you.
2006-06-14 13:39:51 · answer #1 · answered by rumplesnitz 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
All Americans should vote. It is a duty of responsible citizens. You should always vote because it is much easier to change the system from within than on the outside. Besides, if those people that care don't vote, then the people who don't care win. It may seem like it is pointless, but when each of us vote, it adds up. It is the only way you are represented in our government. Don't vote blindly though, make an effort to understand what (and who) you are voting for. Who stands for the most similar ideals that you have.....But if you don't vote, don't complain, because you opted out of the process.
2006-06-14 13:42:18 · answer #2 · answered by baronessfiona 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that not voting is a good way to register disgust with the system.Its unfortunate that in neither the U.S. (where I assume you live) or in Canada that we have a "None of the Above "space to vote. All we can really do is vote for the fringe candidate of our choice and hope that at some point that registers. The real problem is that government can be a very lucrative gig so precious few of those in power will give a tinkers damn what we think either way.
2006-06-14 13:44:45 · answer #3 · answered by dadazac 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not voting doesn't "prove" anything -- if you never vote how are they going to even know you exist? VOTE -- the founding fathers (and many other since) have fought and died to give us the right to have our say in what goes on in this country. Whether your side wins or not is not something you can control (and only babies spend the day whining and crying when they don't get their way). What you can control is whether or not you get involved and at least participate.
Remember that there are millions of people all over the world that don't have any say in their government. Ours isn't perfect, but it's the best there is right now. Be a part of it!
2006-06-14 13:41:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not voting is the worst idea ever. By not voting you are basically voting for the candidate you like least. If you at least vote for the lesser of two evils then you are still taking part in the forward progress of the country you live in. Furthermore, if you do not vote you have no right to complain about what happens.
2006-06-14 13:41:35 · answer #5 · answered by Mr. Charles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not voting is a terrible way to protest the government system. If someone wants to make a difference, they should get invloved and do something, otherwise they're just being lazy.
“People who don't vote have no line of credit with people who are elected and thus pose no threat to those who act against our interests.”
Marian Wright Edelman
2006-06-14 13:42:53 · answer #6 · answered by funkymike03 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not voting just proves everyone right who thinks Americans or young people are too fat & lazy to care or too stupid to understand politics. We need to prove we care by trying to change the system, not ignoring it. The least we can do is bombard our senators & representatives with letters & emails. It takes 2 seconds to send an email, there are even websites with the body of the email already written, all you have to do is make sure it states what you believe & click send. It couldn't be easier. Network & meet motivated people that think like you, it will help you with the feeling of hopelessness in our system.
2006-06-14 13:44:14 · answer #7 · answered by Lotus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not voting is a ridiculous way to protest.
My mom was in a voting protest in the 60s. The contest was for governor, and they didn't want to vote for "lesser of two evils." So the Democratic candidate lost, and the Republican winner was...Ronald Reagan. Wow, that worked, eh?
2006-06-14 13:40:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the opposite if you don't vote how are you suppose to prove where you stand.
Next time a law passes or doesn't pass don't complain because you did nothing about it to stop or change it. That easy why because you didn't VOTE!!
As to being disgusted its very simple write emails, letters or even in person tell your representatives & senators you are disgusted and why. Complaining about it and sitting at home does nothing. When you do nothing, nothing happens take action!!
2006-06-14 13:47:41 · answer #9 · answered by Bren_83 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By not voting your accomplishing nothing. Remember, your not limited to just voting republican or demarcate. There are plenty of third parties you can choose from which may be more in line with your political views. Voting for one of them is a much better statement then not voting at all.
2006-06-14 13:50:50 · answer #10 · answered by eeeeeeeeclipse 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO! I think that by not voting that it means that you don't really care who goes into office. It is the very same people who complain about who is in office that never vote.
The only way to make difference is to vote and encourage others to do the same.
If you don't vote then don't complain who is in office.
2006-06-14 13:41:00 · answer #11 · answered by Gabe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋