The Right to Act

I get aggravated by the onslaught of ads during a political campaign. I fear the unfair justice that changes the lives of the innocent. I ache for those who have fallen through the cracks of our society, discriminated against for whatever reason, abandoned for none. I get angry at senseless wars and the loss of young lives that choose to fight for our liberties. I understand the weaknesses in our system but more importantly I grasp at the strengths.

We must never forget from where we came but we must always look forward. Question those who we doubt as much as those who we trust. Uphold the rights that so many fought for, died for and understand how truly lucky we are in this world of turmoil and chaos.

Yeah, jury duty is a pain in the ass but asked the innocent man who goes to prison what kind of day he’s having. Voting can be complicated and time consuming. Many feel an uneducated vote is worse than not voting at all. Trust me, after the first time you stand at a voting booth and find yourself making choices that change your community, your life and the lives of others, you’ll take the time to educate yourself. No vote is simply a choice to do nothing.

I cannot afford to do nothing. Can you?