Post by bo862 on Aug 9, 2012 3:28:01 GMT -5
In this video, a reporter interviews some former Obama supporters that recently made a video against him. After pointing out that neither of them voted in the last election states,
"some people might say... the better way to let your voice be heard, with all due respect, is to cast your ballot."
My issue is, why not the same standard for Ceo's, boardmembers, investors, think tank directors, and every other group out there looking to create advantages for themselves? These special interests influence public opinion with comercials/advertisements. Why not be like every other American when it comes time to vote? By voicing their opinion by casting a ballot like everyone else.
Why are average Americans expected to not express their views while large money interests can flood airways with whatever unreasonable, typically absurd, claims they want.
"some people might say... the better way to let your voice be heard, with all due respect, is to cast your ballot."
My issue is, why not the same standard for Ceo's, boardmembers, investors, think tank directors, and every other group out there looking to create advantages for themselves? These special interests influence public opinion with comercials/advertisements. Why not be like every other American when it comes time to vote? By voicing their opinion by casting a ballot like everyone else.
Why are average Americans expected to not express their views while large money interests can flood airways with whatever unreasonable, typically absurd, claims they want.
