My fellow Albertans (and to those tuning in around the world):
Let me preface this blog post with a warning that I am not a political fanatic. I don't enjoy politics in the least. What really bothers me the most is that I get the feeling that politicians are simply lying to the general public on a regular basis. They're lying because they're trying to please everyone, and I think we all know how impossible that is. In the days/weeks leading up to an election, I get even more disgusted as things turn to personal attacks and all respect for other candidates as fellow human beings is thrown out the window. With that wariness and distrust of politics and politicians in mind:
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| P.S. If you click on the picture it links you to a This Hour Has 22 Minutes take on the election (well worth the 2 minutes!) |
The provincial election is just six days away and it is time to make our opinions and values count. Even if the party you vote for doesn't win. It counts. Even if the party you absolutely do not want to win does win. Your vote counts. Vote, and vote for the party whose policies you most agree with.
Don't try to play a silly political game and vote to keep a party out of power. Don't vote for whomever your significant other, family members or friends are voting for. Don't not vote.
You have been given an incredible gift in the privilege of voting. Watch as the votes are tallied from each constituency (I like to try to guess the exact moment when my vote has been counted).
Look at the parties' platforms and past history. You decide if they will represent your strongest values for our province and people. Then vote. Vote with your head. Vote with your heart. But, most importantly, vote!
If you are unsure who to vote for, or just want some more information, check out these links:
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| A quick questionnaire to help you see which party best aligns with your values |
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| Edmonton Journal page outlining the platforms of each political party |
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| Official Elections Alberta homepage: if you have any questions on where,
how & when to vote, etc, etc.
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My favourite part of any election thus far! ;) |
