i know a lot of people who hardly know anything about any of the candidates and are still planning on voting without researching the candidates 1st, or watching any debates. I know them all really well, but if i didn't, i wouldn't vote. I think its my responsibility (even though my vote doesnt really matter) that if im not convinced of who would be the best president, then i shouldnt just guess and risk causing some psycho to become president. dont you think that it would be better to not vote if you dont know anything about what youre voting for?
2007-11-12 16:04:29 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
Yes I think it's better for uninformed people not to vote. That includes people who say "I'm going to vote for him because he's cute" or " I'm going to vote for her because she's a woman".
2007-11-12 16:17:56 · answer #1 · answered by Cinner 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I have felt the same way for some time. I think the idea that everyone should vote is often pushed by political parties that expect to benefit from voters that have a shallow if any understanding of the candidates. Personally I skip voting on issues or candidates that I am wavering on or know nothing of. I also skip voting for unopposed candidates unless I really do like them because I feel it should be left up to those who know, and maybe want a write in candidate.
2007-11-13 00:21:13 · answer #2 · answered by Disciple of Truth 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
In general, I believe voting is a right we should take much more seriously. I believe one of the reasons we have not elected a good President since Reagan is because of the uninformed electorate. In fact, we have not had a good candidate make it out of the primary/caucuses since Reagan.
If you refuse to take the time to learn about the candidates, then don't vote. Bill Clinton is a prime example of a President who was elected by an uniformed electorate (However, both Bushes were not much better.)
2007-11-13 13:20:14 · answer #3 · answered by A Human Bean 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No should vote, its your American right and duty. You should try to know which candidate best represents your interest and the future direction you would like the country to go. But yes there will be many many Americans that will vote simply based on color, gender, attractiveness and perceived likeablility. If you know of people not researching their candidates, then tell them to vote for Obama in '08.
Obama in '08!
2007-11-13 00:34:49 · answer #4 · answered by GL Supreme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you had to vote for an airplane pilot, a CPA, a doctor, an electrical plant control room engineer, etc, would you want just anyone to be eligible to vote or only people capable of studying the situation and choosing wisely. Isn't the person we choose to lead our country at least as important as the jobs listed above?
2007-11-13 06:04:59 · answer #5 · answered by bill j 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here's what my political scientist teacher told me in college. Keep in mind this man was hard-core American to the bone, very right-wing, a vet of WW2. He said our forefathers and veterans fought and died to give us the RIGHT to vote. Which means we have a choice. I think it's perfectly fine to choose not to vote because you don't feel you know enough. Unfortunately, however, half the people in this country are clueless. But it's a democracy (so I hear) and even clueless people are allowed to vote. Remember there are people in parts of the world who would love to have the RIGHT to vote, just the right itself. So knowing that it's such a privilege, choose whether or not you want to vote wisely. But be proud either way. Personally, I don't feel my vote counts a pubic hair, but I do it anyway. But I vote my conscience, not the party line. Which means I would write in Donald Duck if I felt like it.
2007-11-13 00:11:39 · answer #6 · answered by obsidiswan 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It would be best if every voter were educated on each candidate. Equally important to knowing who you vote for is to know that your vote is AGAINST the other candidates. Know your candidate, and know your enemy as well.
2007-11-13 00:16:15 · answer #7 · answered by John C 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that's the reason we get overhyped candidates winning when more knowledgeable ones get passed over.
Uneducated voters is the reason Schwarzenegger is our governor here in CA - when people don't vote on issues and vote on name recognition, strange things happen.
2007-11-13 00:36:49 · answer #8 · answered by Frank 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you want to take that chance and allow some other uninformed person who will vote to elect our next president then do not vote. Every vote is important. Please get and keep informed and make a difference.
2007-11-13 00:08:04 · answer #9 · answered by pcolawing88 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
while i encourage all people to vote , personal preference is that all would study the candidates and issues,
2007-11-13 00:07:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋