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Democracy I

Tomorrow is the big day. Action packed for me certainly. I begin my days as usual at around 630-700 am. Get to office by 800 am, ready for the first class, of which I have an exam tomorrow morning. Open books, open notes---ie may not be so easy. Then another dense dose of quantum mechanics. Finally, I think I will take some time out to go vote! Exercise my right as a citizen of this democratic country.

Had a discussion, somewhat heated, with my brother on iChat today. He told me of his intentions to vote for neither the Democratic or Republican candidate. Instead he will vote for Nader. I was at first somewhat appalled at his choice, but later he explained the following. He was fed up with both Bush and Kerry. Nader, however, has been sticking to his principles since he began his political career. Always opposed the war. Thus, his vote for Nader is a matter of exercising his right to voice displeasure with the two main candidates, their campaigns, and the political system in general. Although I am not so sure it is better to go to a many party system (that is more suited to a parliamentary government in my opinion), among other things where I differ from his point of view, I do respect his decision. Plus, NY is going to Kerry anyway. So though his vote likely won't change things, he sticks to his principles. That's what democracy is all about.

We'll soon see what happens tomorrow. God help us all.

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