“Do you ever get the feeling that the only reason we have elections is to find out if the polls were right?” ~Robert Orben
Here it is, the week of the first Presidential debate – FINALLY! It seems like campaign season lasts forever – particularly since I only felt peaceful again after the Obama-McCain campaign! Is it me, or are these campaigns stretching out longer and longer and l-o-n-g-e-r? I know I shouldn’t complain since we live in the world's greatest country, where we can debate and discuss topical issues openly. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted in 1948, states, "Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers." God bless the USA!
We have a lot at stake in every election. Being over the age of 50 means we need to know the issues, learn where each candidate stands, and use our voice by voting for the candidate we believe is the better choice.
“A man has a property in his opinions and the free communication of them.” ~James Madison
According to AARP, there are three questions you need to know where your candidates stand (Presidential, U.S. House of Representatives, and U.S. Senate). They are:
With the upcoming election drawing near, it’s hard not to watch all political pundits argue their opinions about which candidate is better for our country and us. We get caught up in their spin seven days a week, ready to rely on what they have to say as the ultimate gospel. Be wary of relying on this! We’ve recently seen how busy the fact-checkers are, proving there were a lot of loose lips at the Democratic and Republican Conventions. So here are some tips to help you find the truth for the rest of the campaign season (Thanks once again to AARP):
“Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth.” ~Marcus Aurelius
As Americans, particularly aged 50+ Americans, we need to use our strong voices for the issues that matter to us. We should decide what is best for our family, friends, country, and us. Take some time to learn the issues, read what your candidates say, speak your mind constructively by discussing your views, and go to the voting booth on November 6 to use your voice. It is your right, your duty, and your obligation.
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Thanks to my friend Janet, I discovered your article "Being and Staying Authentic" and indeed, can relate to it...Validation of how I have felt all my life is quite profound nonetheless.
I have shared this article publicly on my facebook page and asked everyone to please read it, share it, and vote for the best candidate, not because of party affiliation or rhetoric. I pray we all make the right decision!
Thanks for writing and sharing it!