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Have you fallen into a trap at election time? Are you tired of
all the political mumbo-jumbo prior to elections yet finding
these
same factors influencing your decision year in and year out?
Even independent voters fall victim as they rarely go outside
the
status quo in making that important swing vote. Albert Einstein
once defined Insanity as doing the same thing over and over
again and expecting different results. Guilty? Consider these
factors before voting next week:
11.. TThheeMMeeddiiaa ffaaccttoorr..a. Avoid Media Influence:
Depending on what you watch or what you read, the media has a
strong influence on your opinion.
All press agencies have bias and use these biases liberally, as
dictated by their backers. Its a lot like brainwashing, and it
works! Stay away from these half truths and lies. Research on
your own and believe only half of what you see or hear.
b. Use the Internet: You have options other than commercial
media giants for information. The internet can be good if youare
willing to dig, but remember; blogs include opinions and are not
always factual. Dont believe everything you read.
2. TThheeWWiinn ffaaccttoorr::Dont pick yourcandidate based on
who you think has the best chance to win. Some people are obsessed
with winning and
cannot stand to lose, even if its with their vote. This is not a
poker game. Better to pick who truly represents your views and
lose, then to pick who you think will win and win. In the end,
we all lose
3. TThheeIImmaaggee ffaaccttoorr::The two parties put up who
they think can win based on Image. This includes looks,
personality, charisma, energy, self
confidence, eloquence, etc. These outward traits do notmake the
man/woman. Actions do. Look at the persons track
record. Did they take risks? Did they make an unpopular
decision? Are they in the pocket of special interest groups?
Judging by the poor behavior at the debates, its no surprise
this nation is in such bad shape.
44.. TThheeBBllaacckk && WWhhiittee ffaaccttoorr::There
are thousands of colors yet we all seem to want to take one of two
positions on every issue we face. This country has
become very black and white when it comes to political issues.
Conservative Liberal; Pro Life Pro Choice; Strict Gun
Control No Gun Control; Republican Democrat.and so on. Dont look
at the world from your personal label, be itconservative or
liberal, formulating all opinions based on the traditional views of
these labels. Its polarizing Americans and
this lack of unity weakens us as a people. It can only get us
into trouble. This perspective historically, has resulted in
great
human suffering from hard line fascist and communist regimes.
Dont be surprised, itcan happen again.
5. TThheeSSoocciiaall ffaaccttoorr::Closely related to the black
and white factor, the social factor represents the influences
within your social circles. Influence
from friends, family, co-workers, bosses, classmates, teachers,
church groups, clubs, unions etc. These groups will leave you
feeling ostracizedif you dont agree with their views. Before too
long, you find yourself commiserating with others from
these groups, speaking against your true values. Who wants to be
the odd man or woman out? Most do not, but we should!
Stand proud of your opinion,provided that opinion is truly your
own and that youve clearly thought through your views
before expressing them.
6. GGoo OOuuttssiiddee tthhee BBooxx::Stop, Think, and Take a
few minutes out to search your soul. Who are you? Does the
political and social image you portray
truly reflect your heart and soul? Have you shed all of your
baggage associated with items 1 5 above? Have you even
tried.ordid that baggage resultin you closing this message back
at number 1? If youve made it this far, youre on the righ
track. Be independent. Be free thinking. Search your mind and
soul. Find yourself and be proud of what you find. Be
unique. Be different. Thats what makes the world great. Dont be
a puppet, a conformist. Question Everything. Challenge
Everything. Only then can you be truly free. Remember, no vote
is a wasted vote!
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Did you know that in addition to Obama and Romney, Wikipedia
lists these candidates who are also running for President? Many
are
well qualified. Did you even take a minute to consider the
qualifications of these candidates? Now is as good a time as any!
You
may be surprised. Each candidate and party has web sites
providing more information on the views and party philosophy.
Libertarian Party - Gary Johnson
Gary Johnson, former governor of New Mexico; vice-presidential
nominee:Jim Gray, retired state court judge, fromCalifornia
Candidate Ballot Access: The Johnson/Gray ticket is on all state
ballots except in Michigan and Oklahoma where its ballot
access has been challenged. (515 Electoral)
Write-In Candidate Access:Michigan
Green Party - Jill Stein
Jill Stein, medical doctor from Massachusetts; vice-presidential
nominee:Cheri Honkala, social organizer, fromPennsylvania.
Candidate Ballot Access:Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas,
California, Colorado, DC, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho,
Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland,
Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, New
Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio,
Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina,
Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia,
Wisconsin - (447 Electoral)
Write-In Candidate Access:Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana,
Missouri
Constitution Party - Virgil Goode
Virgil Goode, former U.S. congressman, from Virginia;
vice-presidential nominee:Jim Clymerfrom Pennsylvania.Candidate
Ballot Access:
Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi,
New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Nevada, North
Dakota, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, SouthDakota, Tennessee,
Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming - (257
Electoral)
Write-In Candidate Access: Arizona, California, Connecticut,
Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Montana, North Carolina,
Pennsylvania, Texas, Vermont, West Virginia
Justice Party - Rocky Anderson
Rocky Anderson, former mayor of Salt Lake City and founding
member of the Justice Party, from Utah;
vice-presidentialnominee:Luis J. Rodriguezfrom California.
Candidate Ballot Access: Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho,
Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Jersey,
New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont,
Washington - (152 Electoral)
Write-In Candidate Access:Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California,
DC, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky,Maine,
Maryland, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania,
Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin,
Wyoming.
Watch this you tube link to see how civil Americans debate
without the embarrassing mudslinging, rude behavior and
rhetoric:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0vE5CTTSFI
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