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Dallas Morning News item March 4, 2006

Question: Imagine you are trying to persuade a newcomer to vote on Tuesday. What is the most compelling reason you could give to participate in next week's primary elections? What difference could the outcome have on your community?

Everybody complains about government – well, voting is one way of ensuring that you exercise your rights to ensure that you get the government you deserve. By not voting, we run the risk that a small minority acting in unison can elect candidates who do not act in the best interests of the community.

Mahesh Shetty, Richardson

posted by Mahesh Shetty @ 8:59 AM