I don't vote. iin?

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Before I turned the legal age, I was very much into politics. I couldn't wait to vote. When I turned 18, I didn't register and I still haven't.

I kept forgetting to and I was questioning my political beliefs, wanting to find out where I belonged.

I know where I stand now but, I keep forgetting register. I'm so out of the political loop now. Last year, I joined late in taking interest of thr candidates for Governor. I found a candidate Who I agreed with but, I forgot to register and it was too late.

The presidential election is comming up next year and I don't even know who's running anymore.

I guess part of my reasons for "forgetting" is the heavy responsilibilty that is placed on voters. I'm worried that I would support someone, only later to find out that they flip-flopped, etc.

I don't want to feel guilty about helping put the wrong person in office. I do feel bad for not taking apart in politics when it's so important. IIN?

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  • Eagwol
    8 years ago

    i don't vote either, my reason is because i don't think it really matters, the master race will put in the white house who ever they please, voting is just an illusion, a trick, making the public believe they actually have power, a say. the master race makes the rules, they can even break them.

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  • seekelp
    8 years ago

    I usually do vote, but I didn't change my address when I moved for the 2014 elections. To be honest though, I probably wouldn't vote if I lived somewhere without ballot referendums. Representative democracy with only two parties does leave something to be desired.

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  • thegypsysailor
    8 years ago

    If you don't vote you have no right to complain if you don't like something about your country.
    It is my firm belief that those who don't vote should not have the same citizenship rights as those who do. It is not the right of an American to vote; it is a responsibility.

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      8 years ago

      I don't complain. I used to but now, I keep my gripes to myself. I just don't want to make a mistake.

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      • [Old Memory]
        8 years ago

        I have the exact same problem, actually. Less than a year ago, my politics were much different from what they are now. At least you won't get hit with jury duty.

        Take solace in the fact that most people probably don't know much about politics in America (assuming you're American); a lot of them just parrot whatever they hear the most and is most emblematic of their geographical location.

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        • Anonymous Post Author
          8 years ago

          Yes, I'm from America. When I finally discovered where I politically stood, I stopped parroting. There's still a lot that I don't know but, I'm learning.

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        • Anonymous Post Author
          8 years ago

          Really? Thank the sky! I had no idea that it made me immune from jury duty. I've been so terrified and panicked that they were going to call my name. This is a relief!

          I'll register to vote in whatever country I choose to move to. I think only America does jury duty. I must keep this in mind.

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    • howaminotmyself
      8 years ago

      Lol. I always say that to whiners who dont vote. Although Im not so extreme in thinking citizenship rights should be revoked, but politics is a joke and it's the fault of the public as well as the candidates. I believe some countries make it mandatory, or at least give them a day off work. Oregon is all vote by mail and we have one of the highest voter turnout in the country, if not the highest.

      OP. With your logic, you should feel guilty by not voting as well. Just vot your conscience. No one can fault you for believing in someone regardless of how well they follow through with campaign promises.

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      • Anonymous Post Author
        8 years ago

        I do feel guilty but, this makes me immune to jury duty - one of my greatest nightmares. I don't plan to live much long in this country. When I move to my next country, I'll vote there. But first, I need a stronger understanding of politics. I feel like I am at a disadvantage.

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  • Elixis
    8 years ago

    If you don't feel like you can make an informed choice as a voter, then not voting is a reasonable choice.
    It's good that you have a concern with politics though, go you for caring about our government :>

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  • Arm0se
    8 years ago

    No matter who's in office, I haven't really seen any big super life altering changes, so whatever. I'll just vote for the guy who's less of a dick \(._.)/

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