Are You Registered to Vote?

AlphaFrog · #1 08-10-2006, 10:51 AM

I would have refused. He would have had to fail me. (Then I would have had to contest, as just as it is my right to vote, it's my right to choose not to vote).

I have a personal feeling that I should not be forced to choose between the lesser of two evils when it comes to voting. So I don't. And yes, I do have a right to complain, because I want a decent candidate, not simply one that is "less corrupt" then his (or her) opponent.

If my state had the thing where you could mark "None of the Above" like some states do, I would go do that.

Senusret I · #2 08-10-2006, 10:53 AM

Good for you.

I think not registering to vote is irresponsible.

AlphaFrog · #3 08-10-2006, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Senusret I

Good for you.

I think not registering to vote is irresponsible.

In what way?

Senusret I · #4 08-10-2006, 10:58 AM

First of all, your initial post was flawed -- he never made us vote, he required that we register to vote -- as does my fraternity.

You are correct -- it is your right to choose no one.

But in not registering, you don't give yourself the choice. By not registering, no, you don't have a right to complain, because you haven't taken the necessary steps to make your voice heard. Registering and not voting because you don't like the options...sure, go for it. But not registering is something else entirely.

AlphaFrog · #5 08-10-2006, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Senusret I

First of all, your initial post was flawed -- he never made us vote, he required that we register to vote -- as does my fraternity.

And what were the consequences if you didn't register?

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Originally Posted by Senusret I

You are correct -- it is your right to choose no one.

But in not registering, you don't give yourself the choice. By not registering, no, you don't have a right to complain, because you haven't taken the necessary steps to make your voice heard. Registering and not voting because you don't like the options...sure, go for it. But not registering is something else entirely.

I don't see the difference between not registering and not voting. If we ever, in fact, get a decent cadidate, I will register and vote.

Senusret I · #6 08-10-2006, 11:12 AM

For my class, I don't know what the consequences were. We all did it.

For Alpha, if you're not registered, you can't join.

And as for not seeing the difference in not registering and not voting, that's because you're stuck in the two-party matrix. I have very rarely stayed loyal to the Democratic party in national elections. I've voted Republican in local elections. In fact, I've voted for Dems, Republicans, Green Party, DC Statehood Party, and the Socialist Party. And even if my candidate doesn't win, I can sleep well at night because I voted for who I felt was best. And i CAN vote because I registered.

If you don't think like that, fine. But if you're waiting around for "them" to put up a quality candidate, then you're wasting time unless you're volunteering for political parties yourself.

AlphaFrog · #7 08-10-2006, 11:16 AM

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If you don't think like that, fine. But if you're waiting around for "them" to put up a quality candidate, then you're wasting time unless you're volunteering for political parties yourself.

For the record...if Rudy Giuliani DID run for Pres, I would register and vote for him.

I had that kind of time to volunteer, I would. I don't.

neosoul · #8 08-10-2006, 10:42 PM

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For Alpha, if you're not registered, you can't join.

what if you're not American? I'm not American so of course I'm not registered to vote, which sucks because if you can take Medicare and Medicaid outta my check, I sure as hell should be able to vote.

Not to be nosy, but what happens if an aspirant is accepted in every way BUT they are not American or they have a felony and they cant vote or are unable to register?

Drolefille · #9 08-10-2006, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by AlphaFrog

I would have refused. He would have had to fail me. (Then I would have had to contest, as just as it is my right to vote, it's my right to choose not to vote).

I have a personal feeling that I should not be forced to choose between the lesser of two evils when it comes to voting. So I don't. And yes, I do have a right to complain, because I want a decent candidate, not simply one that is "less corrupt" then his (or her) opponent.

If my state had the thing where you could mark "None of the Above" like some states do, I would go do that.

Alphafrog, I still think registering to vote is worthwhile. Even when Presidential candidates A and B are worthless voting for C can make your point known AND there are plenty of local elections that will make a big difference in your life. PLUS registering to vote and voting are not the same thing

Senusret I · #10 08-10-2006, 10:59 AM

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Alphafrog, I still think registering to vote is worthwhile. Even when Presidential candidates A and B are worthless voting for C can make your point known AND there are plenty of local elections that will make a big difference in your life. PLUS registering to vote and voting are not the same thing

Ditto.

And there's always write-in candidates. When I don't believe in any of the options, I write my own name in. Hey, you never know when I'll win.