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deseretnews.com moderator | 12:12 a.m. Nov. 3, 2009
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scott benson | 8:37 p.m. Nov. 3, 2009
While its true that voting is a powerfull tool for the gaining and keeping of freedom, it is equally true that an ignorant vote , one that is based on no, or little knowledge of the candidates is severely damaging. When we encourage voting for no other reason than "its our duty" we open the door to the familiar, evasive and non-answers to the most fundamental questions.If were not informed we should stay home!
Rigged elections turn me off | 10:27 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
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