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Originally Posted by Lothar5150
I don’t agree with this last bit. The sad fact is that only half of Americans show up to vote in general elections and a third show up for mid-term elections. The one who vote do care about the political system and feel they have a stake in it
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Maybe we should ask why. Personally I don't care for all this politic bs as I see each guy no different then the other. I don't trust them either way. I'm a Democrat because that seems to me more in line how I view the world. This liberal/conservative thing I can't stand either. In the end I'll vote for who I think is in line with my thinking of where I think the country needs to go next. Republican or Democrat doesn't matter.
I think alot don't vote not because they are lacking or don't care but because they think what they have to say or want for the country doesn't count. They don't trust today's politicians.
I'm with you when you say everyone should serve atleast some time. That would really bring this country in a turn around for the best. I did my short time with 1st Infantry, 11B during 86-90, and that was the best thing I ever done. Learned more and experienced more that carries on into my life to this day that benefits me in some way. Discipline is what is lacking with the younger crowd these days.
Maybe we should do a History lesson. What we're dealing with today in the middle east is the end result stemming back to WW1.