Not voting?


March 8, 2012 · Updated 9:45 AM 

Far too many individuals complain about politics, yet don't even bother to vote.

I was raised on the idea that if you have the ability to vote and simply choose not to use that option, then you forfeit your right to complain.

I am confident many people feel the same way.

– Jeff Swanson

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