There have been many close elections in history that would have had a different outcome if only one percent more had voted. The Presidential election of Kennedy vs. Nixon is a good example. That election was decided by Illinois with an average of only two voters per precinct. This small percentage of voters gave Kennedy victory over his opponent and put him in office. Many politicians spend millions of dollars on their campaign in an attempt to get as many votes as possible.

There are many politicians like Ross Perot who do not think twice about spending money to attract prospective voters. In the 1992 presidential election Perot spent a phenomenal 71 million dollars to campaign for President. So, it is evident that politicians know that every vote they can attract will make a difference in the outcome of elections.

Knowing how important your vote can be should propel you to take the time to make a difference. After all if you live in this country the changes politicians make affect everyone in one aspect or another. Voting has become easier now than it has ever been, you can register when you renew your drivers license and you can vote at various locations in every town. Most employers will give you the time off to go to the polls. Simply put, because voting has become so convenient and because you have now become aware of it's importance you have also been left with no good reason not to vote. If after reading this and you agree that we all share the responsibility of political involvement then share your opinions with others and encourage them to vote as well.

Politicians are only concerned with those who vote. Not only is voting your right, it is also your duty as an American. If you care about your country, or your children's future, then you should vote. If you have an opinion

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