An easy way to fix our political system? Vote more. Not for people, but for issues.

If we voted on issues at the federal level rather than just for people, would our government get more done? From my standpoint, people have become so removed from the political system due to the fact that we elect people to make decisions and vote on our behalf. The problem is that most people don’t trust that their elected officials will represent them based on their own beliefs. After all, when was the last time my representative called me up and said: “Hey Grant, what do you think about abortion? What do you think about immigration?” Yeah, never. Not even once. If he/she doesn’t know where I stand on the issues, why would I believe he/she actually reflects my views in the government?

If the major issues came up for a vote, people with a vested interest would be more inclined to take part. No longer would we question the results of a vote based on financial influence in congress.

Kind of an off the cuff rant as I watch the results “roll in” as I reflect on just how much I really don’t care any more.

Just a theory, what do you think?

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I received the following link through an email forward from a good friend.

I’m not really into politics much, and quite frankly, our political system has hyped itself to a point where quite few people really care about what goes on in Washington, which is unfortunate.

However, if you’re a political no-nothing like myself, this little 11 question poll will tell you which of the 500-some candidates share your same views on certain topics.

Select a Candidate 2008

Good luck.

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