You might remember the year 2000, or as pre-Millenials used to call "Y2K." This was an election year. Democrat Al Gore was leading in electoral votes going into Florida, where Republican George W. Bush lead the state's returns by a mere 537 votes.
Think about that. 537 votes was the difference between Gore and Buch
A controversy behind "hanging chads" on ballots forced Gore to request a recount, and that decision went all the way to the US Supreme Court, who halted the recount, effectively handing the election to Bush.
Now, whatever your personal politics may be, 537 votes is a scary narrow margin. That is less than the daily number of customers to the nearest McDonald's.
I'm not going to tell you how to vote. That is your business, but I urge you to vote for the President you want, the local legislators you want, and the local Propositions you support.
There is no excuse to be idle in 2016. This country is on a precipice of political upheaval, and your vote could mean the difference between four years of an administration you despise, or one who will lead to growth, strength, compassion, and leadership.
Don't refuse to vote this year. Make your voice heard. Make your vote count. Maybe this year, the difference between the winner and loser will be less than 537.
Whatever you do, please vote. Be a part of this democratic process. It's what makes us Americans.
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