I dislike what is going on in my city. The only problem I see for me is my age (19) and the fact I have very little money. I am upset that Crime is up, as well as taxes. I watch all the town meetings since I was 16. I see where the money is going and I am not happy. The school board takes more money then it needs. For example when they fire some one or some one quits, they budget the lost person plus there replacement and get a figure that is way too high. Most of the teachers are out of towners that demand higher pay. They complain how cheep the taxpayers are. We have a high refugee rate as well. We have little resources going to them. I am an Independent; I think I can get enough press on my own because I am so young. Would you vote for me?
2006-08-12 07:47:19 · 18 answers · asked by caitie 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
Would you like to buy my vote?
2006-08-12 07:48:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would love to vote for someone that is young with good ideas. There are too many old-timers in politics.
Depending on where you live, you many need to run for lower offices to build your base, like one on the school board, or as a city council member. There may be quite a bit of corruption and a long established good-old-boys club, which could make it hard for newcomers like yourself to rise up.
Being that your an independent candidate it may be difficult as well. Whether your city has a history of voting for independent candidates, should be considered, and you may want to consider changing political parties if that would benefit your vote.
There is much to consider, but if you feel you are up to the challenge go for it! We need some fresh politics.
Good luck!
2006-08-12 14:58:06 · answer #2 · answered by caffiene_freek 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree,you should run for mayor & become mayor. You seem to understand your city & it's situations very well & clearly too. Even if you don't have experience,you know your city like the back of your hand. If u can turn around the city,u will have acomplished something very well.
Good Luck & Best Wishes-
2006-08-12 14:52:16 · answer #3 · answered by Jeremy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
young, intelligent, beautiful and hates whats going on around the world. Its a good thing u want to start with ure city. Later you could do ure State then maybe the whole US.
Yes, I'd vote for u.
2006-08-12 14:49:39 · answer #4 · answered by neddy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The problem with politics is that honest young people like you do not come forward to play their rightful role.They think it is muck and leave it alone. There is one problem. You are too young. Check what the qualifying age is. start preparing yourself. Start with soapbox oratory. The main weapon for politician is to be able to sway people. Go right ahead and wish you all the luck.
2006-08-12 14:52:43 · answer #5 · answered by openpsychy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure. Start campaigning and you can get lots of free publicity as the 19 year old who had a vision and decided to make a stand.
Sounds fun. Email me if you want an agent...we'll talk.
2006-08-12 14:49:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you willing to put up with endless advice. Have your personal life inspected. Smile when you don't want to. Glad hand people you don't like. Be hung out to dry for something you really believe in. If so go ahead and good luck.
2006-08-12 14:53:30 · answer #7 · answered by region50 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, no1 would vite for a 19 year old mayor. dont waste your time and money. you could make the perfect mayor but people dont trust 19 year olds.
2006-08-12 14:48:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you should run for President. You could beat the current guy on spelling and grammar.
2006-08-12 14:54:46 · answer #9 · answered by Austin W 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the fact that you're asking on yahoo answers if you should run for mayor means that you probably shouldn't. keep tabs on politics though, that's good.
2006-08-12 14:49:55 · answer #10 · answered by yodakelbell 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you feel that that's what you're gonna do, then go for it! This website has info on almost anything...job stuff too! Hope I helped!
http://www.free-articles.blogspot.com/
-Catherine
2006-08-12 14:49:31 · answer #11 · answered by kittypurry 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋