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Originally Posted by Superman09
Blur, I couldn't agree with you more, I was calling and writing my congressmen even before I could vote. (those younger than 18 try this you get some funny responses). I completely believe that even if the candidate you voted for lost doesn't mean you sit idly by for the next ___ years and do nothing. If somebody asked you want gift you wanted for your birthday you would answer them right? Well your elected official is asking so tell them what you want. The act of voting is only effects a small part of what happens in Washington. Please people for the good of the call your reps, and don't just call them about the Big 3 call them about everything. Stay informed, check their website they usually try and keep you informed if you just look for the information. You would really be surprised how personable most of these people really are.
Ok this has turned into a little bit more of a rant than I intended but I feel very strongly about this. I hope I didn't step on any toes and I apologize if I did as that was not my intention.
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That didn't sound like a rant at all. It sounded like someone who wants to influence policy and probably already has. It is really important for people to be involved in the system, and most people don't know how much power a letter, email, or call has.