For some, the most wonderful time of the year is approaching. Super Tuesday is the day to exercise your civic duty by voting. No matter which party you choose, America wants and needs your vote. Citizens, specifically millennials, are following the tradition of our predecessors by exercising our right to vote. It is what women of the suffrage movements and people of color in civil rights organizations have fought strongly for, and it should not be taken in vain. It is important to vote, and I find it even more important to become an educated voter. Young people, we have to learn when to take the rose-colored glasses off and admit that there is a lot in life that we just don't know due to being not aware or a lack of understanding. However, we can choose to be ignorant for so long. There are times in life and situations when we begin to realize that we cannot just "wing it."
We must become educated voters; we cannot just play everything by ear. It is ok to advocate for yourself and fight for what you believe in. Do not be afraid to take the initiative and learn who is running for what position, what these positions are, and most importantly, the politician's stance on these discussions. Every year we are fighting for different reasons that have an impact on you and those around you. Exactly what are the key issues going on? Some of the issues we face, our generation, not all, know absolutely nothing about topics such as gerrymandering, filibustering, and the Epstein files (all the rage). We are puzzled and look confused by some of these things. It is completely fine to ask questions, like why the states are redrawing districting maps and why minority communities feel left out. These are conversations that you should feel comfortable asking other members of society who may know. It is up to us to know what is happening in the world and the changes that are taking place. You have the right to be informed about what laws affect your families. These decisions affect your life and your offspring; they affect the smaller pockets of America, legal immigrants, and many more. This is why it is so important. This is how you amplify your voices and participate in government, both local and national.
Do not forget there are various ways to get involved in the voting process. There are no excuses. There are driving companies in place to take you to vote. You have church vans willing to take you. For those of us out of town, there is always a mail-in, absentee vote. Be sure to listen to ads on television and the radio to let you know how you can get to your voting station. Now is the time to put your best foot forward to make progress happen for your country.