Your Voice Matters: Why Election Day Should Be The Capitalized Event On Your Calendar

Do you usually skip Election Day? Do you think your one vote doesn't make much of a difference? Think again! Your voice matters and can sway the election outcome. In fact, did you know that the 2020 Presidential election was won by less than 44,000 votes in three swing states?

If you care about healthcare, education, taxes, climate change, social justice, or any issue that affects your life and future generations, then put Election Day on the capitalized event on your calendar. Don't let others decide your destiny or shape your community without your opinion.

Maybe you're not sure who to vote for or think both candidates are equally bad. Well, that's hardly ever the case. Dig deep on their policies, background, personality, and values. You might find some surprising alignments or differences that affect your decision. In fact, many swing voters decide just days before the election based on the news, ads, debates, or trusted sources.

Moreover, many local or state races have even more impact on your daily life than national ones. Local politicians handle issues that hit closer to home like zoning, schools, garbage collection, police reform, etc. Some state or city ballot measures can also affect your civic rights or taxation, like legalizing marijuana, restricting abortion, or increasing property taxes.

If you're still not convinced, here's more food for thought. More than half of eligible voters in the US didn't vote in recent years, meaning about 100+ million people are unrepresented or unheard. That's a whopping waste of political power and opportunity. Imagine if all of them voted for viable candidates who shared their interests? They could turn the electoral dynamic around and demand accountability, diversity, and progress.

Finally, voting on Election Day is not only your right and responsibility as a citizen but a privilege that only a few in the world can exercise. Many countries have never enjoyed free or fair elections, or their results get manipulated, challenged, or overturned. By voting, you celebrate democracy, honor those who fought, suffered, or died for it, and set an example for future generations.

In conclusion, don't underestimate the power of your voice, your vote, or your presence on Election Day. It might be just one day, but it's worth scratching off all other engagements on your calendar, calling in sick, or dragging yourself to the polls. Your future and that of others depend on it. Go vote!