While I am not able to vote in this election (a huge bummer since this will probably prove to be one of the most important elections of my lifetime), I am still very concerned about the issues at hand in this election, both the Presidential race and California Prop 8.
I know there are a wide variety of people who read this blog and some of the readers will disagree with my opinions here. That's okay. . . that is what our political system encourages, right? Freedom to discuss ideas in not be afraid that we will be in danger because of beliefs we hold.
Jen, posted a very articulate statement released by the Catholic church, which I believe is well worth your consideration. If you believe in the absolute sanctity of life but are drawn by the Obama-Biden ticket because of their passion for the poor (which IS admirable!), their desire to end the war, or any other social justice issue, please read this essay. I think it is at least worth consideration.
Also, if you're a CA resident, please visit my sister's blog and find out more about Prop 8 and why I believe it is important to vote in favor of it. At the very least, you should be very knowledgeable on the issue and know why you're voting the way you are.
Okay, that's the end of my political posts. . . at least for now.
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7 comments:
Ex-patriots are not allowed to vote. That's sad.
Thanks for your post, though. I hope lots of people will read the links you've posted. They are excellent!
lets hope many will read and re-think their vote.......
What do you mean you can't vote?
Are you not able to vote absentee? (I suppose it's too late for this election now....) Just wondering. And thanks for the links and pics!
Jess
It's definitely not too late. You can go to overseasvotefoundation.org and print out a request (it's non-partisan). You have to send it snail mail, and then they'll send you a ballot. If it gets here too late to send snail mail, the US embassy will overnight your ballot for free. I know because last time my ballot arrived in the mail on election day.
I recently found out that I could vote, but was told it was too late to register for this election. Thanks for the info, Gina! Will register ASAP.
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