Election officials across the country expect groundbreaking numbers at the polls this year. With record amounts of money spent on advertisements touting change,"" voters have the opportunity to express their opinions on a number of highly contested issues today with relative ease.
That said, few will argue the importance of this election. You cannot walk more than 10 feet on campus without seeing some form of advertisement about the necessity of getting to the polls and casting a ballot. Without a doubt, anyone voting in this election will, in fact, be voting for change.
However, the act of voting by itself will not bring about change. Although voting allows everyone to have a voice, all of the change posters and stickers advertised cannot be thrown away as soon as votes are cast.
Voting today will not require very much effort, nor is it much to ask considering the magnitude of this election. Those who are serious about changing this country have to take the next step. Get involved in your community, take part in political organizations on campus, and stay educated on pertinent issues.
The increase in voting is definitely the first step this country needs towards bringing about necessary change, but it is nothing more than the first step. Following through with your vote and acting locally is the only way to ensure your voice is actually represented. That is change you can truly believe in.
