I'm Voting Against the Process

Ah, the first Tuesday of November - regardless of its numeric value - turns stomachs and (at the same time) excites the masses. (Nope, I'm not Catholic - big "C".)

Since I cast my first ballot back in 19-ah-ha-hem (excuse me), I've noticed the political tongue wagging and war-waging has been elevated to an insane new level.

We all (if honest with ourselves) know that "running for office" involves misrepresentations made by (and against) our preferred candidates. And, for the most-part, many of us who think for ourselves know how to tune out the static.

But, what about the rest of our country? What do those who apply (only) a litmus test for a singular issue and/or continue voting based solely on party affiliation, a particular shared religious belief or (perish the thought) skin color?

If someone WANTS to be helped, they'll ask for help.

My advice this election day? Vote and tell others you voted... or don't vote and keep your mouth shut about it. (Oh, he's rude - yes, I am rather blunt about this.)

No one wants to endure someone waxing rhapsodic about a particular candidate, only to discover that they did not vote and simply wanted your attention (to what end, I do not know.)


My advice this election day? Stay off the streets the night of and the day after the election.

Since the Bush-Gore presidential election (that's the year 2000 for my 12 year old followers), I've noticed escalating violence (some reported, most not) typified by both the victor's and loser's respective followers.

We, as self-centered, comfortable and opinionated Americans do not like losing.
I predict - no, I don't have tonight's winning Power Ball numbers - that regardless of who wins, there will be civil unrest... so, don't be out in it (read: guilty by association). So, celebrate (or cry) in the comfort of your own homes.

My advice this election day? Stock up. On what? Well, that depends on who wins.

Now, I won't get into who wants big government and who doesn't; or, even, which candidate wants to print more money and which wants to balance the budget. None of that matters, right? (Insert facetious voice HERE)

My advice can be taken, left alone or forgotten. These are merely my opinions - which are like belly-buttons... everyone has one, but you want to make sure you clean it up before you share it with anyone. MMLIA