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Letter: Putnam Residents Need To Exercise Power Of Voting

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To the editor:

“Nobody will deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves.” —Franklin Delano Roosevelt. 

Your vote is an expression of power. As a citizen of this great nation, this power that you are entitled to is precious. If you believe your elected officials are not performing the duties of their offices, it is because we, the voters, tolerate this behavior. In today’s technological age, it is relatively easy to educate ourselves on the issues and the qualifications of the candidates running for office. 

We are aware that information can be subjective by those that disseminate it, such as television networks, newspapers and political parties, which may impair our ability to find the truth. Vote 411.org is a League of Women Voters website available to all, that will provide non-partisan information regarding those candidates running for offices on the national, state and county levels. It is no wonder many people feel estranged and alienated from the political process. Educating oneself so our vote most clearly reflects our views and beliefs requires effort. Democracy is an inclusive institution. It is the cornerstone of our government. 

Elected officials represent us. Although, by all appearances, many seem to only want to control us. Let us not forget the focus here is on us, We The People. Don’t sit back. Exercise your right to vote. If you haven’t already registered to vote please do so. If you are a registered voter… Exercise your power!

The League of Women Voters, a non-partisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. To learn more about The League of Women Voters visit this link. To learn about upcoming issues, election information or voter registration, visit this link. To learn more contact Eileen Reilly at ereilly818@optonline.net or (845) 216-7058.

Eileen Reilly, 

President League of Women Voters of Putnam County

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