Although I value my right to vote, I am seriously considering not voting in the next election because quite frankly I do not think there is anybody good enough to run this country properly.
Where have all our great leaders like Churchill, Thatcher and even Blair in his early days gone?
God help us if any of the current crop get into power.
What do you think?
2006-09-22 01:14:32 · 36 answers · asked by Chris G 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
Yes I shall vote - not because I particular agree with anyone at hte moment, but to not vote potential lets people into power that you DON'T want to have in!
2006-09-22 01:16:39 · answer #1 · answered by Alonsofan 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
To Vote or not to vote that is the question, well basically it depends on your politics,
If you are a Green/Labour/Communist/Liberal, there is no one to vote for, they are all genuine tories or quasi tories so stay home.
If you are Conservative there is a wide choice of real Conservatives or quasi conservatives, A simple choice, genuine or fake Diamond or glass. Suave genteel John Prescott playing croquet. At the next election I will vote first thing then I will be down party HQ doling out literature, or at the polling station checking pledges have vooted or otherwise helping the candidate.
Dont forget you vote for someone to represent you. Is your MP, County, District, Parish Councillor a good bloke, does he suport you if you have a problem.
At westminster the system is still that you vote for someone to reprsent your constituency and it is up to those elecyed to vote in a prime minister, usually a party leader as appointed by party rules but sometimes if there is a national emergency or no clear majority a third party may emerge.
At parish or district even county level your vote could be crucial,
My friend had one more vote from a maximum of 3000 possible votes in May 2003, then following 2 recounts demanded by the opponent the voting became equal so they drew lots and he lost.
by 1 poxy vote.
2006-09-23 14:59:50 · answer #2 · answered by "Call me Dave" 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I will totally vote. I'm 23 almost 24 and have voted in every election since I turned 18, and YES, I did vote for Bush both times.
If you don't vote, then you have no right to complain when things are not ran the way you want them to be. I get so sick of people who nag about the way this county is ran, but when asked who they voted for they say that they didn't vote. So in 3 years, when the new President takes over and has began to run this county DON'T say a word. I hope you do decided to vote, but if not, you just have to quietly and keep your opinions to yourself!
2006-09-22 01:27:54 · answer #3 · answered by sdarp1322 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i agree with you about Churchill and Thatcher easily the best leaders UK has had as for dear Tony he has damaged this country almost beyond repair hell say you've never had it so good but remember this country is running a false economy of credit and overinflated house prices i would like to say to every one use your vote but it must be better to know who you are voting for make your own mind up don't follow trends or who your parents or partner votes make it your vote and if really not sure don't vote
2006-09-23 09:01:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not only will I vote, I will be working at the polls. Even 'throwing your vote away' on a third party candidate that 'has no chance' is better than not voting. If half the people who claim they don't like either major party candidate voted for third party candidates, they would have a chance. At the very least, they would get the attention of the major parties.
2006-09-22 15:01:42 · answer #5 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I shall vote, just as I have in every election since I was eligible. The person that I voted for wasn't always elected, but at least I let my voice be heard.
Your voice will always be heard. If you vote, you are letting the country know who you think will be a good leader. If you DON'T vote, you are letting the country know that you don't care.
Please vote.
2006-09-22 01:48:41 · answer #6 · answered by My world 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree with True Blue - those who do not vote forfeit their right to an opinion on how we are governed. If only more people had turned out for the last USA elections the Bushies wouldn't have been able to steal it so easily. I don't know who I will vote for yet, but I certainly will be voting, even if only for the lesser evil.
2006-09-22 01:25:38 · answer #7 · answered by V 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If less people vote, the minority of those who do will get their own way. It is really important to your local area to vote for your local MP. At the end of the day, you're not really voting directly for the PM, so base your vote on who is best to run your brorough or district for the next 4 years.
2006-09-22 01:17:48 · answer #8 · answered by Julez 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Of course I will vote! I've been a registered voter since I was 18 and have never missed an election.
2006-09-22 02:59:15 · answer #9 · answered by tnmtngirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really want to, this country needs a change, but I face the same dilemma as you, I want a leader that's accountable to the people, down right honest and devoid of spin, but where the hell are we going to get anyone like that now a days, with this brigade of plastic politicians.
2006-09-22 01:31:44 · answer #10 · answered by plax 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that there isn't much of a choice between the parties and their hierchy,don't waste your vote, if only to give the labour party the drubbing it deserves,I am a "floating" voter,but I would rather vote for a crippled pig than vote labour again.
2006-09-24 04:08:46 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋