What is wrong with our country today: People being stupid in the voting booth. They go in uninformed and are later surprised to learn things about the people they voted for. If you voted for a race and 30 minutes later can't remember who you voted for, you are an uninformed voter.
There are many voter guides out there. The homosexual groups have several. The guides are prepared by groups (Unions, liberals, conservatives, libertarians, environmental, "build the bridge", NRA, and many others) all with single issues. One guide may not be enough.
If you use a guide, know the group preparing it. Know what their issue is. More importantly what do they ignore.
Everyone should vote. Voting for someone because their last name is the same as your mother maiden name is irresponsible. So is I'm voting for him because he has a biblical name. I'll vote for him because of his party affiliation is also naive. The person on the ballot has no requirement to adhere to part policy. Don't expect them to do so.
NO ONE should get your vote unless you feel they are worthy to be in authority over you. You are much better off to leave that ballot choice blank. Better yet, don't leave it blank. Write in your name. Or, the name of someone you would like to have in that office. This has the effect of voting for none of the above.
Voting for a minor party or independent is not a wasted vote. When people complain afterwards about the elected person you will know you voted responsibly.
If you can't find the information yourself, talk to someone you trust. Do not go into the booth a vote based on a coin flip or worse.
Please vote Tuesday. But only those races where you are informed.
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