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Originally posted by Carseller4
This post was started by someone who wanted advice on what kind of anti-Bush sign would be "cool" on inauguration day! I just wanted to let him know that while I am 100% for protesting, it also hurts his cause. Regular people watch these protests and get a huge laugh out of it. The sad thing about it is if 50% of these protesters actually voted, they may not have a reason to protest on January 20th. I mean come on, we just had a free election, your guy lost. Instead of protesting, why don't you contribute to a particular political cause you admire, or why don't you write letters to your elected officials and let them know your views, or better yet run for office yourself, or support a certain campaign.
Protesting the "latest" thing is old, and worn out. It actually hurts the party that is connected with it. Republicans don't protest in this way. They are more likely to E-Mail, write letters, and other ways to contact their Representatives. This is far more effective than joining an angry mob in the streets with misspelled signs and catchy slogans letting the world see their "ignorance".
But, please don't take my advice, if you feel like you are making a difference by protesting, by all means go for it. Meanwhile millions of others like me will sit back and laugh at your "ignorance".
Originally posted by KISSfreak
Why do I keep replying???
This is the first time that I have protested because of how strong I feel about this issue. I am the only one in my family that doesn't support BUSH, however I do not down them for that, they believe what they believe, and I believe what I believe.
I have written to my representatives and senators on many issues. I have written and volunteered at the poles for Stenny Hoyer D-REP. of MD. I have written to D-SEN of MD Barbara Mukulski as well.
I am just sick of the America I live in. I speak out because I want to, not because it's the "cool" thing to do. I have always stood up for what I believe in, and always will. This is the country I love and I will not sit by and let it go to waste.
BTW I did vote, not for Kerry, but for Badnarik. I am also planning to run for House in 2012 (if I am alive by then).
On a last note, I'm 20.
Originally posted by Carseller4
This post was started by someone who wanted advice on what kind of anti-Bush sign would be "cool" on inauguration day! I just wanted to let him know that while I am 100% for protesting, it also hurts his cause. Regular people watch these protests and get a huge laugh out of it. The sad thing about it is if 50% of these protesters actually voted, they may not have a reason to protest on January 20th. I mean come on, we just had a free election, your guy lost. Instead of protesting, why don't you contribute to a particular political cause you admire, or why don't you write letters to your elected officials and let them know your views, or better yet run for office yourself, or support a certain campaign.
Protesting the "latest" thing is old, and worn out. It actually hurts the party that is connected with it. Republicans don't protest in this way. They are more likely to E-Mail, write letters, and other ways to contact their Representatives. This is far more effective than joining an angry mob in the streets with misspelled signs and catchy slogans letting the world see their "ignorance".
But, please don't take my advice, if you feel like you are making a difference by protesting, by all means go for it. Meanwhile millions of others like me will sit back and laugh at your "ignorance".