Not a Spectator Sport

Angry voters rant about politicians, but fail to recognize that it’s our informed opinion, which determines who represents us. We get the government we deserve.

Many voters feel cynical and powerless, and their cynicism comes from a belief that we must have a lot money in order to have our voice heard. This leads to frustration and expressions such as; "Voting is a waste of time!”; “They’re all a bunch of crooks!" and “I’m not going to vote, because I’m fed up with all politicians.” This foolish defeatism infects others, and many Americans have lost hope for a better world.

We need an attitude, which encourages the belief that each of us has the ability to effect change. It’s the political will of the voter which sustains the political will of our government. Changes must come from you, and we can’t wait for our political leaders to do it for us. Democracy is not a spectator sport, it’s up to us to sustain this democracy and reclaim our birthright from corporate lobbyist.