Considering the "state" of the American Government at the moment, how would you vote?
541183
American votes are not decided by policies. The best salesman sells his ware. Do not dream that Americans have any understanding of its country's foreign policy, federal policy, economical factors, geographical factors etc.. They vote for the President who smiles, walks, talks and cheats them well on television. So anyone in US today will vote for the best TV showman smartly marketed by campaign managers.
756726
The US is a democratic-republic.  Our power as the electorate is limited to our vote, primarily, although we can form groups and try to lobby for change, as well.\n\nThe idea that the individual has power is not part of the makeup of our form of government, aside from the rights enumerated in the Constitution, legislated, or interpreted by the Supreme Court.
887468
kneeslapper...ha ha.\n\nIgnoring your brand of humor...I will give you the "straight" answer.\n\nThem darn newfangled voten merchines sure make it easy. All I heard to do were persh "vote straight democrat".\n\nAlready did...voted early. But I live in Utah where one-party rule is the standard...and I don't know where you live, but in one-party rule, nothing of value ever happens in the governance of the state. All the important issues are sidelined for silly potstickers.\n\nWell, I'm not going to waste any more time here...I have a strange sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach that you really don't care what I have to say.\n\nPeace out.\n\nVote with your mind.
953743
You can scatter your votes, I usually do.  I vote by issue, being middle class, and not a globalist.  We don't have a party of our own.   \n\nYet.
1014463
We are the government. If you want to make a difference vote. Keep up to date on politics. Know what's going on around you. Education is the key. If you want things to get better educate yourself and your children.
794288
Canada still votes manually, i don't think that we will change seeing how F#$Ked up the system in the states is, i feel sorry for all of you wasting yout time today, the outcome is enevitable.... FIGHT FOR CHANGE OF THE SYSTEM
884311
Democrats. Vote for the Democrats.
832390
Nothing.  It's a right, but it's not mandatory.\n\nBut you really should vote.
1068531
No votes here, but when there is, I will be voting for anyone of any party who is willing to stand up and defend our borders!  As far as I'm concerned, this issue transcends the usual Dem/GOP lines ... from now on I will vote for the individual who has America's interests at heart ... hard to find, but I'll be looking!
479716
Yes - I find the whole process fascinating.  I also believe that voting is an informed decision making process, so I keep up with local, state and national issues so I can make an informed decision.  How can a person complain about the state of things in their city, state and country if they are not well informed as to what is going on AND they don't vote!  If you don't exercise your right to vote, you shouldn't complain about the state of things.
260997
Let's focus on our country USA It's high time we take pride in our own as a number one priority! It calls for some radical changes that many do not understand be cause they believe and trust in a system that is corrupt and run-a-muck! voting is not honest,representative government not serving its constituents,money controlling the majority,a well entrenched ruling class plutocracy,needs to be eliminated etc! Our constitutional right is to form a militia assault Washington D.C. fire all the beltway insiders hold honest elections that are verifiable,give the public a true check and balance in participation.modify capitalism to be inclusive for all of its legal citizen's etc.
335243
End:\n\n-Income Taxes\n-90% of welfare\n-HUD and other wasteful Gov't programs\n\nI would Return as much power to the states as I could.\nAddress the nation with a speech of personal liberties freedoms.\n\n\n\nBasicaly Try to Change the Government back to the way the Founding Fathers Wanted it to be.
872714
Yes, I would. Yes, I have. \n\nYes, I have more to say ... your congressional representatives are there to serve you. They want to know how you feel about issues. They can't and don't vote in a vacuum. They are also great sources of help when you are having a problem with a government agency.
800430
Aside from the monumental task of amending the Constitution to do this (basically Amending the current Federal system out of existence), how do you propose governing each "region?"\n\nDifferent States have fifferent geographical, demographic, and geological bases, and one "set of laws" would not cover all.\n\nNot to mention, without states, "popular vote" would decide the Presidency, and no regions other than the former New York, California, and Texas would ever see a Presidental Candidate.\n\nBut if you guys who live in States want to give up your rights/responsibilities to govern yourselves, go ahead - we Commonwealths will just take over...
310245
We still vote in the USA we are not a dictatorship. We also have a president that is willing (no matter what kind of crap is thrown his way) to stand up for our democracy and others. Think about not being able to leave the country, have any control over who you work for, or be able to vote.
114714
Oh, I think we realize it.  But what's to be done now?  Wait until November.  Then most people will assume their alternatives are selected by the Democrats and the Republicans.  Voting Republican seems to mean approval of what the Bush administration has produced.  Lord knows what voting Democrat will mean this time round!  That's why I vote Libertarian, myself.
70628
If you want to change the government then do so within the means of the constitution.  Make sure  you vote.