I realize that the there is a lot of passion in this election cycle. Democrats are chomping at the bit to elect one of their own to replace Bush and his band of cronies. IMO, it is a noble and necessary cause, for we must get the neocons out of Washington. That conservative mindset has harmed the average American voter beyond reasonable repair.
The two candidates have their passionate supporters. Sometimes to the point of exaggeration and down right lies. However the Democratic Party used to be the party of the people, but in recent years that has slid into a centrist, pro-business position. The Party use to stand for principles and diversity, but that has been replaced with less progressive ideals, solely for the acquisition of power. It has become more important to beat the Repubs than to improve the quality of life of Americans.
If one is voting Democratic, that is great! But if you are voting just to beat a Repub then I question your motivation. What are you really voting for in this election? A return of the Clinton years or the possibility of real change in the white house? But please keep in mind that the promise does not necessarily make it so. Voting for the most popular candidate accomplishes nothing. We might as well hold the election on “American Idol”.
Just voting is not enough! Participation after the fact is necessary and is the key to a GOOD government. The insistence that the winner keeps his/her promises is a must. Make whoever the winner is being answerable for their actions or their inactions. Vote from knowledge not from anger and hatred or you will most likely not be pleased with the choice you made. The winner of the general election in November has got to be held accountable. If not then you have pissed away your vote–YET AGAIN!