American friends

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I think everyone on my friends list is politically active enough to do this anyway, but I'm going to say it regardless.

If you have the right to vote in the midterm elections today, get out and do it. I don't have that right, though what happens south of the border does affect my life and my country. Do not take it for granted - get out and use the right for which so many people over the centuries have fought and died.

The world, as always, is watching. Your actions matter. That's what democracy is about. Do it. Vote.

EDIT: If you have kids who are too young to vote, take them with you. Show them that it is important. That's how we get engaged citizens in the next generation - by example.

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[neebs.livejournal.com]

Done!