August 20, 2004

Gentle Reminder

When I was getting my DL replaced yesterday, and updating my address they asked if I was registered to vote in my new county. CRIPES!! I wasn't. I had completely forgotten about that! I got that taken care of immediately.

But, ya'll are registered, right? Make sure.

When I was on the phone with a couple of my friends talking about our days I mentioned about the registering to vote and they weren't sure if they were or not!! I urged, ok I TOLD them to get that corrected ASAP. No matter their political leanings they need to make sure their voices are heard.

Now I realize the majority of people that visit this site have very strong political views, and are properly registered and everything is buttoned down tight. But do me a favor, humor me. I live in Florida, so I don't want to take any of that for granted. :)

Every election is important. But a Presidental election is critical. This particular Presidental election is unlike any I've known in my life time. And I'll warn you right now, the only people I believe have the right to bitch and complain about anything in this country are the ones that vote and participate in the process.

So, just double check that you're all set for this November. It never hurts to be sure.

Posted by Tammi at August 20, 2004 05:07 AM | TrackBack
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Registered to vote? You're kidding me, right? I keep driving by my polling place checking to make sure it's still there. I will likely be first in line AGAIN this year. The some folks seem to run mine every year. Four senior citizens that yak you up while you are in line. They stand up and shake your hand, ask how you are doing and such. And this is in Sacramento, so you talk about weird behavior, this is not generally seen here. They don't talk politics other than "Well, are you ready to get in there and exercise your right?" Yes, sir, I'm READY!!!

When I hear people gripe about anything concerning the government, the first thing I tend to ask is "Did you vote in the last election?" If the answer is "no" I just laugh and say "Then quit your griping. I don't want to hear it from someone who sits on their hands."

Now, the ones that vote, they will get some very lively discussion and debate, and most of it friendly =)

Posted by: Bonfire7 at August 20, 2004 09:41 AM