Why I Voted

Today is Election Day in the United States of America, and I’m extremely jacked about it. Being part of the Campus Democrats means I’ve been involved in Get-Out-the-Vote activities since the start of school, and it’s fun to see the results. Throughout my adventures with the Campus Dems, I’ve encountered a lot of people who said they weren’t going to vote so I thought I would compile a list of all the reasons I voted today.

1. It’s my civic responsibility
Yes, voting is a right, but it’s also a responsibility. As American citizens, we are in charge of making sure politics and legislation go the way we want it to. But how are we supposed to make that happen without voting? The ability to vote is, in my opinion, the most important constitutional right, and I am proud wear my “I Voted” sticker.

2. Things won’t change without my voice.
I think a lot can be changed in America. Literacy rates, school quality, gay rights, energy efficiency and the economy are just a few of the things that I believe can and should be changed. The politicians in office aren’t going to know if I feel that way unless I speak out and vote. We were given the right to vote so we can make sure the government is doing what we want!

3. I want to help Moorhead Schools.
On the Moorhead ballot this year, there’s an option to vote yes or no fora tax levy that would go to help out the schools. I’m glad to have been able to vote yes!

4. The “I Voted” sticker
I mean come on, who doesn’t want that sweet red sticker to show off to the world?