Full Citizenship
My wife and I voted early today in the Georgia U.S. Presidential primary. We were both filled with pride that we had done our "civic duty." It is astounding to consider how many people do not exercise their right to vote, especially in light of what our ancestors endured to earn that right. America was founded by those who refused to accept "taxation without representation" and were willing to die to earn that representation. Minorities and women at different parts of our history have had to fight (and sometimes die) for the right to vote and thus for their "full citizenship." That's right. Full citizenship. One is not a full citizen unless he or she participates in our political process. Claim your citizenship! It is not nearly as important for whom you vote as it is that you vote!
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