Tired of Political Apathy? Volunteer!
Tuesday, August 28th, 2007 - 12:17am
I just wanted to drop in and let everyone know that I am volunteering for an '08 presidential campaign.
You know what? It feels really good. I just like walking around saying to myself, "I want change and Im doing something about it." I have been to two meetings and thursday I am going to man a booth that helps people register to vote and offers information about my candidate.
Of course it helps to be inspired by a candidate. But you know what? I'd wager it doesn't have to be a presidential candidate if you are dead set on "none of the above."
I would also wager it wouldn't make a difference if the candidate is a shoe in or doesn't have a chance in hell. I'd bet that because you are thinking of volunteering, several somebody elses are thinking of it too. So its nice to know that you are making a difference, by definition since it wouldn't be exactly the same without you. And, you may be joined by other people in your demographic who would rather not just stew in their juices.
Being fangoriously devoured by a gelatinous monster.
I've certainly become apathetic with national politics. But I was involved with the get out to vote with our school levy last year and it was fun.
Go for their eyes boo
I did "Vote or Die" last time out. Bagged my limit of non-voters.
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It's not so much "apathy" as it is "abdication."
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I've been a campaign staffer for Libby Davies for two elections now. Doesn't quite kill the apathy but the after parties rock.
so much fail -a triumph of lowbrow consistency
I love the "protect our environment" message written on that old gas guzzler, it amuses me.
"Also, I have four legs and am covered in wool. Baa!" *Legion* reveals his inner furry.
I'm tired of political apathy, but I wouldn't help a politician unless it were to help them get a clue.
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It's a bio-fuel car. Shows up at a lot of events.
so much fail -a triumph of lowbrow consistency
LOL Bio fuel? Does she at least pay her taxes on the fuel then (I assume that they don't just go out and buy it)
"Also, I have four legs and am covered in wool. Baa!" *Legion* reveals his inner furry.
So yesterday I sat at a table out in front of a major public transit hub and it was exhilarating. Our table offered information about our candidate and also had voter registration forms. It was such a weird feeling as I had so much enthusiasm and nervous energy that I spent most of my time trying to disguise my pacing. It was so reserved and quiet on the exterior because I was afraid that I was going to explode on people and scare them away.
In the end though, it was a very successful day. We registered 15 people, gave away 50+ info packets and signed up more than 20 people to volunteer. Our table never had less than 3-8 people, other than ourselves, for more than a minute. And we were only out there for 1 hour and 45 minutes including a few minutes set up time.
I have a new slogan that I came up with yesterday:
"Trickle Up Politics"
Being fangoriously devoured by a gelatinous monster.
I'm sure there's a dirty joke there. I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing, internet campaigns being what they are.
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