should a person vote just because its a right or should they not if they really dont know the issues?

Answer 1

Its not like you have to vote for EVERYONE running in EVERY political office in the nation.. Just you local reps... And you should Vote, if only for your own good.. For example, one topical highly debated is whether or not to raise the minimum wage from 5.15 to 7.50... You want the minimum wage raised dont you? Find out which of your local candidates supports it and go vote.. Or maybe you dont believe in abortion or stem cell research... Or even raising taxes at the DMV... Take 5 mintues to learn something, then get your a$$ out there and VOTE.... You Hippe...

Answer 2

I can't believe you asked this because I just debated this same issue before I went to vote this morning. I don't know much about politics so I felt like I shouldn' t be voting because I don't know who alot of the people running are. But I do belong to a party, so I just voted for my party across the board. I have to say, I feel good and think I did the right thing by throwing my chip into the anti.

Answer 3

Nothing says that you have to vote on every issue or for every race. Certainly there are some races or issues you are familiar with, just from TV ads or party affiliation. Being a republican and voting republican is a valid basis to vote. You have an expectation that certain parties will represent you in basically consistent ways--that's why we have political parties.
Plus, there are plenty of good websites that you can use right now to educate yourself on particular issues or candidates.

Answer 4

The right to wield a vote is a part of instilling a sense of belonging in one's nation, as well as common participation in the political scene. As for the issues involved, people should try and make known their interests to all standing candidates, regardless of posts, through declaring support or deference with regards to their approaches to the issues concerned. Therefore, to act in one's personal interest, which must be within one's own knowledge, is the key in maximising the function of voting to let the governing body improve and cater for the needs of the community.

Answer 5

In my opinion a vote is a sacred right which anyone who has should cherish. I'm sure you have opinions about some issues. Match these opinions up with those of a candidate who shares at least some of them. Also if you don't vote you then can't complain about the government. Ha ha

Answer 6

They should vote because it's not just a right, but because it's your obligation. It's also your obligation to know the spoken position of the person you are voting for.

Probably the majority of people who don't vote or those who just vote for a party suffer from and combination of ignorance and apathy. They don't know and they don't care.

Answer 7

the problem with people these days is that they will vote for they hear about.
My friendisnt voting for this guy named mike becuase she heard that he didnt pay his taxes one year.
She has no idea if it's true, but shes one of those people who just believe what they hear.
You don't have to excersize your right to vote if you don't want to. Although other people may be pushing you to, if you don't know the issues, you may vote for the totally wrong person. *cough cough* gerorgebush *coughcough*. lol.

If you dont know the issues, my opinioon to you would be not to vote, but if you really want to get your opinion out there, do a little research before you vote next time.
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I hope this has helped!

Answer 8

No!

You should know and understand the issues before you vote.

Answer 9

I think of it as a privilege. They should educate themselves on the issue. Voting is the only time that the masses has to participate in government. I think it would be valued more if we didn't have the option.

Answer 10

spend half an hour going to various sites. Most states have a general site that shows all the issues, all the candidates and their views on issues. Educate yourself. It's not just a right, it's a responsibility!