Today we are in the middle of mid-term elections. New York, New Jersey and Virginia battlegrounds have been highlighted in the media due to the high-profile endorsements and, surprisingly, the strength of the conservative movement. However, don’t forget about the lowly mayoral or school board elections.
Yes, I went to the polls this morning and cast my vote for members for our school board. What I find interesting is that for a couple of the new entries in the race, I couldn’t find *any* information about them much less their position on the issues. The school district didn’t have much other than their name, city of residence and profession. Why would someone take the time and effort to become a candidate and then not give anyone a reason to vote for them? What do they have to hide?
In doing my research on the candidates, which everyone should do in order to make an informed decision, I found several of the candidates who consistently answered questionnaires for the media. I knew then which candidates would get my vote and which ones wouldn’t. It was interesting in that I did come across two candidates who repeatedly refused/declined to answer any questions. This would be fine if I could find a website stating their beliefs/positions but, for both non-respondents I found nothing.
Facebook was a help for one because in spite of a conservative endorsement I received via voicemail for him, the candidate listed on Facebook that his political views are “LIBERAL.” Huh? I assume there was another reason the person who left the voicemail felt he was a good conservative choice but, if someone claims to have liberal views I’m going to believe them!
Do your research – don’t just take someone else’s word that someone is a good choice for office. The lowest political office has the potential to affect your life either positively or negatively. School board decisions are important too, folks – they help determine your taxes. Don’t let someone else take your power and your ability to change your future.
And don’t take my word for any of this, research it yourself.
UPDATE (11/3/09, 2:52pm): Courtesy of @SkuterP (on Twitter), here is a link to some info on the positions of many candidates: OnTheIssues.org
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