We're ready for election evening. My dear love has bought microwave popcorn. We have crisp Haraldson apples and a supply of dark chocolate. Our plan is to vote in the morning - after those who vote before going to work. And then hunker down in the evening in front of the TV to watch it all unfold. For whatever happens.
To tell the truth, I am scared. Scared that too many American people are basing their votes on false information. Certainly I am a passionate person, but I have learned to temper my passions with solid information. I wish others in my country would do the same.
The other frightening aspect of this election is those who will vote for "what will benefit me - and the hell with rest of you." The common good that I always thought was so embedded in this country has been badly eroded. Replaced by "I earned it and I want to keep it" - all of it." Tell that to your neighbors if we privatized everything from plowing snow from your street in the winter to repairing its potholes in the summer construction season.
What would happen if everyone voted on the candidates and legislation that best supported the idea that we are NOT all created equal - and that some need more help than others? What would happen if we embraced our neighbors' differences, instead of excluding those who did not look, think or believe as we do?
Meanwhile, we will munch on hot buttered popcorn, tempered by apple slices and dark chocolate - knowing that there are folks out there for whom our snacks are a luxury beyond them.
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