We the Voters
Bryn Dotson, assistant editor
Voter turnout for 2016’s presidential election was “an average of 59.7 percent,” according to The Daily Dot. This means that only about 180 million out of 323 million people in the United States voted that year. While that might not seem like a big difference, it demonstrates that a large quantity of people do not cast their ballots. In today’s political climate, it is especially important for people to have their voices, thoughts, and beliefs recognized.
Voting is a crucial element of democracy, yet an alarming number of people opt not to vote. By voting, people are able to influence governmental decisions and ensure that their thoughts and opinions are expressed in decision-making. It is imperative that we, the people, use our right and privilege to vote.
In this year’s midterm elections, as well as other upcoming elections, make your voice heard by voting. For information on where to go to vote and general voting information, visit www.usa.gov/election-day.
To promote voting among PVCC students and staff, PVCC political science and journalism students have created a non-partisan voter guide with information on this election’s candidates and amendments on the ballot: www.piedmontforum.com/2018/10/24/2018-pvcc-non-partisan-voter-guide/ or scan the QR code below.
