"Politics As Unusual"

If you know me, or if you've been reading this blog for awhile, you'll realize that I'm not a very political person. I use to be and in my own way, I still am. I'm just not a broadcasting political person. Let's just leave it at that.... So I thought I'd share some things today since people have been talking and e-mailing me so much about it. Why not share the wealth?
One of my co-workers and her boyfriend will be heading down to Florida to help out with Operation Bubbe They'll be driving Jewish seniors to the polling stations.
This should prove to amusing.


I'm one of those people that before the debates started, was definately sitting on the fence, twiddling my thumbs wondering what to do. And at that point, I had decided not to vote. I felt that the cards were already dealt and nothing I could do would or could change that. Plus, my hope was to go back to 2000 and have the past 4 years not happen at all but that's not a realistic or available option now is it? Even though, I'm still kind of torn (for reasons I won't share in public), I finally realize how important it is to go out there and at least do somethig with the small amount of power I've got. So in case you're like me- a fence-sitter, here's this:

Five Reasons to Vote Even if You're Not in a Swing State (Besides the whole supporting democracy thing.)

1. The Popular Vote Matters--In 2000, George W. Bush won more votes in the Electoral College, while Al Gore won more individual votes, also known asthe popular vote. This outcome raised questions about the difference between the electoral vote and the popular vote. Even ifyour state is solidly “red” or “blue,” your vote will still be counted and reported, and compared against the electoral vote to test its legitimacy. Don’t miss your chance to be heard.

2. State and Local Elections-Local, state, and Congressional elections are also taking place on November 2nd. These elections affect your communities and states in many ways, from the taxes you pay to education and health concerns. Advocacy for your self and your family begins at home.

3. Setting an Example for Kids-Research has found that parents who discuss politics with their children, take them to vote, and vote regularly raise childrenwho vote. Walk the talk and show the kids in your life that participating in our democracy is important.

4. Voting is an Earned Right-Women, minorities, and young people all fought hard for the right to vote. Vote in honor and appreciation for those who never had the right or who struggled so that you would.

5. One Vote Counts!-Don't doubt that one vote can make a difference. The 19th Amendment to the Constitution, guaranteeing a woman's right to vote, was ratified on August 26, 1920 by a ONE VOTE margin in the Tennessee legislature.

With such a close election in 2004 will you cast the ONE VOTE that decides?


Let's get back to Ramadan...

"Good conjecture is a gift from divine grace." -The Prophet Muhammad, as reported by Abu Hurairah