People are interesting creatures. For some reason many of them have it all figured out. Between conspiracy theorists, politicians, and religious leaders, we as a race are under the impression that someone, other that ourselves has absolute knowledge of all things. The general population (of the united states at least) demonstrates this perfectly.
The human race in general can be described in a single word, credulous. In this brief time of recorded history we have always followed those who lead. This is not because we necessarily believe in their cause, politics, or ideals. I believe it is because we, as a species, have lost faith in ourselves. To the point that when given the chance to choose between two evils, we will ultimately choose evil. When we could easily choose not to decide.
Yes, I'm pissed off about the presidential election. No, I'm not voting. When I state things like that, people will often say, "Well then you don't have a right to complain about the way the country is run." If you share this opinion, fuck off. I have the right as a human being to make the decision to be aware of the illusion of choice. Just as you have the right to believe in a broken electoral system. Politicians won't solve your problems. No one knows how to fix the economy. No one will end the war, this country has been at war for most of my life. The troops are never coming home. It is impossible to win a war against terrorism. No candidate gives a damn about the poor or the middle class. Believe or not, the two are now one in the same. Though these statements have proven themselves over the past few years, voters have this idea that Marrock Obamny has all the answers.
How many times will the people of world let themselves be fooled by these "leaders." How many unfulfilled promises will it take before the people ask why? To many people this is the most important question. Why don't politicians follow through with campaign promises? The answer is simple, politicians are liars.
Why would you support a liar? Better yet, why would you vote? In reality you have the option to choose between two politicians (liars), who are nominated for election by other politicians (also liars). Voting is essentially gambling with your morals. You don't KNOW these people running, you assume from what you saw on television that these people share your values. Assuming, almost always makes an "ASS," out of "U" and "ME. That being said, how could we fix this electoral system?
Well, we could try and vote for third party candidates (ineffective). We could complain to the government (very ineffective). So the only real option here would be, don't vote, and start making a difference through education, and direct action. There's no jobs in your community? Start a small business. The youth are apathetic and shooting dope? Start a community center. In other words, if you see needs, fill them yourself. Believe it or not, it is that simple. Don't wait for politicians to solve your problems.
THEY DON'T GIVE A FUCK ABOUT YOU.
