priv8ter
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As I type this, there is an ongoing thread about whether it is time to start the revolution. I for one, think things aren't even close to that point yet.
I also think that voting alone is not to change things. Why not? Let's just look at my state for a minute. In the past few years, in General Elections, the people of Washington voted down spending the states tax money on building a new sports stadium in down-town Seattle, and building a new Tacoma Narrows bridge. Once the people spoke and these issues were voted down, the State Legislature approved them anyways! Were a talking 1 Billion dollars by the time all is said and done.
Now, obviously, the answer is to 'Vote the Bums Out!' for not honoring our wishes. But, as you can see...voting and expressing your opinion doesn't always work. So...
I was wondering if anyone out there has ever gone the extra step to try to get involved? Put their name in the hat and run for office. Because...the idea to do so is forming in my mind.
Oh, I'm not Arnold...I'm not going to run for Governor, or even US Senator or Representative, but, maybe a State Rep or Senator...I mean, it only costs $3000 to get your name on the ballot. And...look at my situation. I am an employee of Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, which represents a HUGE voting block in Kitsap County...if I was able to get my name out...who knows...
Just random musing's at 5:30 on a Monday morning...but I am interested to hear anyone's experience.
Greg
I also think that voting alone is not to change things. Why not? Let's just look at my state for a minute. In the past few years, in General Elections, the people of Washington voted down spending the states tax money on building a new sports stadium in down-town Seattle, and building a new Tacoma Narrows bridge. Once the people spoke and these issues were voted down, the State Legislature approved them anyways! Were a talking 1 Billion dollars by the time all is said and done.
Now, obviously, the answer is to 'Vote the Bums Out!' for not honoring our wishes. But, as you can see...voting and expressing your opinion doesn't always work. So...
I was wondering if anyone out there has ever gone the extra step to try to get involved? Put their name in the hat and run for office. Because...the idea to do so is forming in my mind.
Oh, I'm not Arnold...I'm not going to run for Governor, or even US Senator or Representative, but, maybe a State Rep or Senator...I mean, it only costs $3000 to get your name on the ballot. And...look at my situation. I am an employee of Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, which represents a HUGE voting block in Kitsap County...if I was able to get my name out...who knows...
Just random musing's at 5:30 on a Monday morning...but I am interested to hear anyone's experience.
Greg