Earlier today, in conversation with an acquaintance from outside the U.S. the subject came up about voting. While it's been said a million times before, it seems worthwhile to reiterate that voting can't be overestimated. This is especially true for local politics. In Camden, NJ, the Mayor set up a plan to overhaul the city's police department. A notorious congressional representative from Iowa lost the Republican primary yesterday. Ferguson, MO, where the killing of Michael Brown sparked national protests and the Black Lives Matter Movement, elected its first Black and female mayor. While these are just a few examples, it goes to show that elections matter. They can lead to substantial change, as seen in the scenarios above.
As recent events have reiterated, systemic changes necessary. Who gets into office can determine whether or not such change can be implemented. Exercising the ballot can thus not be overlooked.
Yours in Solidarity,
Msranadee
P.S. here's the calendar for this year's primaries. Check to see if yours is coming up.
