Vote for those who care about community
Winston Churchill is often attributed with the quote, “The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.”
Political candidates often talk about what they want to accomplish when elected and the policies they support. However, are candidates now relying on the possibility that voters lack a basic understanding of civics, not fully understanding the powers of each level of government?
For example, we all want a lower cost of living, to curb rising inflation and to see lower gas prices. But are these even issues that can be addressed by a local commissioner, small-town mayor or even a state representative? These officials certainly couldn’t solve the problem, especially as they are only a fraction of a governing body.
Don’t fall for buzzwords and flashy phrases this election cycle. Instead, thoroughly research the issues to see if a candidate can genuinely address them.