Do you still complain about the government? If so, why? You do not have a say, for you have not voted... those of you who not vote... Why?
2006-11-07 03:17:57 · 14 answers · asked by sshhmmee2000 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
I never vote in US elections.
But I always vote in federal, provincial, and civic elections here in Canada.
2006-11-07 03:24:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
I do not vote. I do not complain about the government. I do not receive any benefits or 'handouts' from the government (although I do pay into social security, which will be bankrupt by the time I'm 60). I avoid political conversations, as I feel I exempt myself from them.
Why do I not vote? I believe there is only one political party anymore (dems and repubs just have different animals representing them). I believe that 99% of today's politicians operate from their own 'personal agenda' rather than representing the people that voted them in, and that is wrong. I can't support someone with a personal agenda.
If I thought an Independent candidate had a chance to win (and I mean a major political office, not a County commissioner, etc), then I would vote for that person. I wish Ross Perot would've won the Presidency (I did vote here)! How interesting things would be. I believe if Perot went to war against Iraq, we'd own it and all the oil wells, and we'd be paying about 10 cents a gallon for gas while selling it to the other countries for the profit.
Oh, and before you give me a 'thumbs down' for my not voting, read the question. I'm actually answering it.
2006-11-07 03:34:27 · answer #2 · answered by boo's mom 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I certainly understand those who don't.
I just voted, and the choices in most races are a complete joke. Ned Lamont versus Joe Lieberman, now there's a case of the "lesser of two evils" if I ever saw one. I also had a choice for voting for local Probate Judge. The same name was running as both Democrat and as Republican.
This two party system is so ingrained in the laws that it's nearly impossible for a third party to get on the ballot and have any money left to actually campaign.
If we put "none of the above" as a choice for all offices, then the people that don't vote would probably tend to come out more.
2006-11-07 03:40:34 · answer #3 · answered by open4one 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I don't vote that often, but I don't really complain, either. Instead I just wash my hands of all responsibility when a politician screws up. After all, I didn't vote for them.
2006-11-07 03:22:13 · answer #4 · answered by Incorrectly Political 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you dont vote, you should not complain.. Voting is the only way we can be represented. Corporations have lobbiest to get what they want. We only have our vote,, And besides, voting is the only thing left in america that is still free..
2006-11-07 03:21:45 · answer #5 · answered by Rocketman 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
This is the first time in 40 years that I will not vote as there is no intelligent or responsible person to vote for
I agree with medic above also and boos mom thanks to both of you
2006-11-07 03:33:54 · answer #6 · answered by xyz 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
take some time out and read the constitution, amendment 1...pay close attention to the wording...it says the right of 'the people'...not 'the voters'...i voted...
2006-11-07 03:30:17 · answer #7 · answered by spike missing debra m 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the only time i vote is to vote against tax increases. our government is so corrupt all politicians r crooks and power hungry. they will sell thier own children to stay in office.they either lie steal or stick cigars into interns and then lie about it. if we as amercians cant find two honest worthy candidates shame on US
2006-11-07 03:23:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
I agree, thats why this section should be limited to those at least over the age of 18
2006-11-07 03:30:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
As an objective opinion on this All intelligent Americans should vote democrat.
2006-11-07 03:21:20 · answer #10 · answered by ? 7 · 2⤊ 4⤋