Did you watch the presidential debate? I did ... and was so proud that this election has brought about something truly extraordinary. What's so extraordinary? Well, people are watching, listening, and making decisions; and for the first time in history, many more young voters are engaged in the voting process and being voices for the candidates they believe will best support their current and future plans.
This, by far, is no typical election. For starters we've had the extraordinary representation of our country through the voices of Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Sarah Palin, who aren't our country's typical presidential/vice presidential candidates and/or nominees; and that alone pulled masses of people into political movements. People are getting onboard in ways that I've never seen ... everything from campaigning on corners, to knocking on doors and hosting neighboorhood parties, to donating funds and wearing T-shirts, to making phone calls and volunteering, to help on college campuses and making YouTube videos, and so much more. I have personally been more active in giving, speaking to others about voting, and being well-informed about who these candidates are and where they stand on the issues that affect our daily lives and country as a whole. No longer am I a child waiting for the next leader to decide what direction my life heads for the next 8 years ... I'm a adult with the power to be an integral part of determining who that leader is and what he says is of value or worth for me and the world I'm a part of.
What do I want you to know? I want you to know that you matter! Your voice matters! Your 
decision matters! And please believe that your vote matters! It's not enough to know the candidates name, to hope for someone to win, and to stand on the sidelines and clap. You absolutely, positively, must take advantage of your right to "vote!" People, both Democratic and Republican alike, triumphed over many, many challenges to secure that very freedom for all. America is a country where we can exercise that freedom; and I want to encourage you to stand up and say, "I was a part of the decision ... I spoke for myself (and my family if you have children or other loved ones who aren't able to vote). My voice was heard."
decision matters! And please believe that your vote matters! It's not enough to know the candidates name, to hope for someone to win, and to stand on the sidelines and clap. You absolutely, positively, must take advantage of your right to "vote!" People, both Democratic and Republican alike, triumphed over many, many challenges to secure that very freedom for all. America is a country where we can exercise that freedom; and I want to encourage you to stand up and say, "I was a part of the decision ... I spoke for myself (and my family if you have children or other loved ones who aren't able to vote). My voice was heard."That's what living in this beautiful country is about ... freedom, in every way ... from sea to shining sea. So register to vote by Wednesday, Oct. 8. And I look forward to standing with you in line on Tuesday, Nov. 4 to cast a 2008 Presidential vote.
God bless one and all ... LJ
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