A First Time Voter

   Yes that's right, I have completed my first presidential ballot. There is now one more voice in the nation seeking positive change. Attending TCU has not only fostered and enriched my knowledge and education, college has also taught me the importance of many fundamental aspects of the freedoms we are privy to as American citizens. Until recently, politics has been far from my scope of priorities, let alone interests. However, in reality, everyone able should be tuned into the state of the economy and where our political leaders are guiding this nation.

   The values of our founding fathers encompassed a nation as a democracy, established by the people and for the people. Over the years, the government seems to have strayed from that universal idea and positive approach. The opposing groups representing our nation seem to be hung up on the competitive spirit leading to unethical and amoral actions. Instead of focusing on the issues at hand and following through with positive plans for the people of the nation, to stimulate an affluent economy and be the people's advocate, politicians have become more about defamation of the opposing group. This is apparent in the recent political debate moderated by Bob Schieffer. President Obama repeatedly attacked Romney with multiple allegations in a manner that was inappropriate. He seemed to be trying to pick a fight and arouse reactions from Romney. Despite his ill-mannered and immature verbal prodding, Romney avoided the argument. According to reviews after the debate, Romney did a great job and deferring to the question at hand instead of appeasing Obama's accusations and verbal quarrels.

   Furthermore, a more critical current problem is the rigged voting system. An article surfaced recently concerning voting machines auto selecting Obama despite voters choosing Romney. This is a scary problem that needs to be addressed. If there is illegitimate voting and voting complications occurring, then our nation has a much greater obstacle to overcome. I worry that the people are no longer the deciding factor as to the presidential campaign results. Click here to read the article.

   I urge everyone to explore and investigate the presidential plans and understand differing tactics and strategy plans presented. It is vital that every voice able act by voting to determine our country's future leader. Our nation's stability and future prospects are dependent on the decisions made now for the next election. I am proud to say I have participated in a monumental decision for the nation.

"Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are 

prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard 

of democracy, therefore, is education."

Franklin D. Roosevelt