Quote:Not taking this as gospel, but even the participation in this sub-forum kind of shows that a very small percentage of the population are actively involved in critically thinking about politics. For most it's just an aside as they go about their day. I think that a lot of those people ARE persuaded by what they see in the ads or they're the straight party line voters in the party that granddad always supported.

 

I don't doubt what you say is true - but so what?

 

It's a sign of political health that most of the populace isn't consumed with politics. I think you can be a valid citizen and keep up with most of the issues while you live your life.

 

I just find it amusing when some of the holier than thou types bemoan the fact that they aren't wise enough, or concerned enough, or whatever.

 

There will always be those who don't meet out expectations - but this is America and we all get a voice, like it or not.

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