So why don't people in the USA vote?

Question

In regards to the newest Yahoo article...how come people in the USA dont vote? Do you vote? Why or why not?
Im curious.

Answer 1

It's a long list of excuses, I'm sure. Basically I think people are just too lazy to participate. They can get to corner to buy a pack of smokes, cash their check, rent a movie, or do any other menial task, but when it comes to being a tiny bit responsible to your country, people get too busy.

Answer 2

Some people have just become too cynical to vote. These people can come up with a kazillion negative reasons not to. They have come to believe that their voice doesn't count, nothing will change, corruption continues & scandals galore, politicians are in it for the power & glory, etc, etc, etc. I suspect they approach most things in life from a negative aspect.

Of course, there are other reasons why people don't vote but it's the cynics who get me the most. Cynics are usually intelligent people. They should be able to see above human failings & look at the real issues, make decisions & vote accordingly but they don't. Their failure to vote makes an impact on our country & the course we take just as their vote would. Only difference is they won't have had a say in what course we take.

I'm 60 & have never missed one election. I'm often discouraged about the system but it's the best system going. It's important to let our representatives know what we want & the best way to do that is with our votes.

Answer 3

The Yahoo article is a planted story. People do vote. The 8 hour long lines in the last general election prove that. So do the high registration levels. Don't believe this propaganda. They are hoping to convince people not to go out to vote.

The news of sexual deviant and illegal behavior by the highest levels of the Bush administration has damaged their party as much as the war, economy, etc. True Republicans are pushing them out.

And citizens are fighting to preserve the right to vote. Just look at what they are doing.

http://bluerevolution.us/

On Election night there will be an old fashioned Patriotic after party at the polls for many people! Create one yourself or Join them.

Don't forget to watch the HBO documentary "Hacking Democracy" running now that will be free ON DEMAND. Shocking that the voting machines are entirely phony.

Americans are taking back America, Finally! ;=))

Answer 4

First and foremost, I vote because I can and I hope that my voice helps make a difference. A lot of people don't vote because they might not know enough about the candidates, the issues and other things when it comes to voting. I agree with the person that said, if you don't vote, don't complain cause everyone that votes is doing something for their country. We as Americans and U.S. citizens have struggled so much for freedom, equality, and rights. I think if everyone sits back and realizes how blessed we are, they would go out and vote and let their voices make a difference.

Answer 5

If I feel that I understand what the candidates are running for or against, I will always vote. If I feel ill-informed, I will try to learn what I need to know. If accurate knowledge cannot be obtained, I will not place votes in those catagories. But that's just me!

However, because of what happened in Florida during the last presidential election, many folk have chosen to not partake in the election process. Then too, many have decided to take part because of the same circumstances.

Personally, it is my belief that if you have the ability to vote in an election, it is Your Civic Duty to do so.

IMHO,

The Ol' Sasquatch Ü

Answer 6

I have voted in every election since I turned 18. The same goes for my husband. When we aren't at "home" (we're military) we make sure to get our absentee ballots in by the deadline.

As for people not voting...I think a lot of it is apathy. "Why should I?" is the stupid question I hear a lot. We get so wrapped up in our "me culture that we don't take the time to educate ourselves on the issues and candidates and help make the decisions that are best for our nation. Lord forbid that someone miss Dancing with the Stars or American Idol to watch a political debate, or read a newspaper instead of the latest celebrity trash mag.

I think young people need to be motivated to vote more. My DH and I are only 24, but we meet lots of people who don't even bother to vote. I think we're raised with a bit of "it doesn't matter" mentality. People get so hung up on the electoral college in Presidential elections, they fail to realize that who they elect to represent their state makes a HUGE impact on our country.

Answer 7

Really? Of course people in the US vote......although many US citizens are usually discouraged by the running parties they still feel an obligation to vote........at least to vote for the lessor of 2 evils.......seems to be the case these days.
THe US is slowly becoming a socialist country.....democracy is diminishing in every respect.........so many of us are exercising our right to vote. Also it counts to vote for our local politicians so that we can support those who actually care about their communities.

Answer 8

Some people should not vote. It is better not to vote than to vote wrong. Look how many people voted for John Kerry in the last election. This country would be better off if those people just did not vote.

Answer 9

They don't vote because they know that voting is a fraud to keep the people from knowing the truth about the ruling class.

Answer 10

numerous cop outs for not voting; doesn't matter; don't like the candidate; won't get counted; too busy to register; too busy to vote; but hold a power-ball jackpot and everyone waits in line; drives to the store etc. No matter why we choose to live here; we choose to go to the ballot box or not; it should matter enough to vote no matter what ; people fought and died to have that right; in the memory of past present and future , please be an American and vote.

Answer 11

Because people are disenchanted with the political process. It is not effort to vote - but because all political parties are the same (i.e. in it for themselves and their personal gain) many people don't see the point in voting. Here comes the new boss, same as the old boss.