A critical tipping point for America is at our doorstep. Changes are about to be made, whether we are in agreement or not, they are inevitible. Election brings about major change: changes in government, changes in policy, changes that may or may not represent balance of power.
Campaigns and elections throughout history hold important lessons for today. The presidential campaigns of the 1800s were often raucous affairs, with iconic personalities battling it out amidst backdrops of national crisis. In the 20th century, radio became the new political medium. In 1952, the national political conventions and the presidential campaign were televised nationwide for the first time. Now in the 21st century, the expansion of technology allows campaigns and elections to progress way beyond the social media networks of radio and television into the elusive World Wide Web.
The participation by eligible voters (voter turnout) yoyoing in the 40, 50 and 60 percentage ranges [a high of 73.2% at the turn of the 20th century to 48.9% low by 1924 and only reaching 62.2% in 2008) casts an overarcing shadow as to what percent this election might yield.
The American Coin of Freedom - Two Sides
America is not just about freedom, it is about responsibility. The Eagle flies over troubled waters as the pendulum of time oscillates in rhythmic motion. Are you prepared to lose any of the freedoms America has fought so hard to achieve and maintain? Do you have a voice? Yes, indeed. . .it is exercised through your right and privilege to. . .
The American Coin of Freedom - Two SidesAmerica is not just about freedom, it is about responsibility. The Eagle flies over troubled waters as the pendulum of time oscillates in rhythmic motion. Are you prepared to lose any of the freedoms America has fought so hard to achieve and maintain? Do you have a voice? Yes, indeed. . .it is exercised through your right and privilege to. . .
VOTE!
In 2012, whichever way the pendulum swings will determine the future of America amid an era of unending crisis. What is your voice?
VOTE! FOR AMERICA! Protect her freedoms won through faith, hope, and courage amid unfathomable sacrifice!
Embrace her Past, Empower her Present, Enrich her Future
In 2012, whichever way the pendulum swings will determine the future of America amid an era of unending crisis. What is your voice?
VOTE! FOR AMERICA! Protect her freedoms won through faith, hope, and courage amid unfathomable sacrifice!
Embrace her Past, Empower her Present, Enrich her Future
Voice of America: Change?
Thoughts remain unsettled as America strives
to uphold its liberty, freedom, and the constitution.
America runs on the
courage, faith, and hope of its people!
What are your campaigns for change?
Time, totally
uncontrollable
Steals our
moments and our days
It passes
without hesitation
As we move about
in a daze
With time comes
change
And change is
surely here
Racism echoes
uncertainty
Does it fall on
a deaf ear?
With change comes progress
All things just
don’t remain
Within ambiguous
walls
What progress
will abstain?
With progress comes growth
Not always
gauging prosperity
Stability wanes
Who profits in a
community?
With growth comes opportunity
Yet challenges often are never met
Long-term,
short-term promises
Do signs of
affluence remain unset?
With opportunity comes responsibility
The demand for ethical leadership
With values,
honesty, integrity outdated
Will the next
step be total censorship?
A time to break silence
Stand up, be
tough!
A voice inside
our heads
Cries out—Enough!
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©2012 Awakenings |
Connecting the past to the present…
“Change does not roll in on the
wheels of inevitability,
but comes through continuous struggle.
And so we must
straighten our backs and work for our freedom.
A man can’t ride you unless your
back is bent.”
—Martin
Luther King, Jr. (1929–1968)
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A great post, Sharla. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHopefully, it will reach out to some of those who do not put much emphasis on the voting process!
DeleteMaybe if we let our voices be heard, there will be hope!
ReplyDeleteGood post Sharla!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Deirdre. Voices need to be HEARD!
ReplyDeleteI will pass this on, great post!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Brian. Every vote counts! BTW I left comments on your interview!
DeleteSome truths here that stretch out beyond the American coast internaionally
DeleteThat is so true, Jon!
DeleteI agree, Sharla. Our young people must get out and exercise their right to be heard -- vote.
ReplyDeleteLeaders before them have worked hard for their right to vote.
Their voices MUST be heard.
Great post!
Hi, Cherrye. It is not just the young people. Too many adults just simply ride along and don't take the time to vote. These are the ones that usually do the most complaining!
DeleteSharla,
ReplyDeleteit would probably do anyone who has complaints a lot of person good and satisfaction to get out and vote. I always feel better if I vote, even if my person doesn't win the election, I feel more in control of my world. Voting should be number 1 right now on a list of things to do to combat stress in one's life and improve the immune system. I do hope absolutely everyone has a chance to vote this election and the percentage of voters goes up even from 2008.
Martha Love
Thanks, Sharla, we need people to stop complaining about the mess we're in and do something about it!! I hope this great post acts as a wake-up call!
DeleteWe are definitely in a mess! If the message reaches only a few maybe that few will pass it on to another few who will. . .and hopefully the beat goes on!
DeleteIt should be on everyone's #1 list right now but unfortunately there are too many who just passively sit by and expect things to turn out the way they should. Definitely NOT always the case. . .
DeleteGreat post, Sharla--now if the "kids" who serve in Congress could just get their act together and work together to move our country forward!
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the truth! Congress is no longer effective!
DeleteGREAT post. I agree with everything you wrote. People who don't vote really don't have the right to complain, do they?
ReplyDeleteNot at all, but they still do!
DeleteWhat really gripes me is those who say they don't vote because "what is one little vote? MY vote doesn't count anyway." That is so ridiculous. . .if that one person sways someone else to think his/her vote doesn't count, then that person could perhaps convince someone else who in turn draws the same conclusion and moves on to leave the exact impression on another, the beat goes on until. . .Now, those single votes that seemed to not count have added up to how many?
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