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Letter from the Editors
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EVERY SO OFTEN, AMERICA’S news channels are flooded with raging citizens fighting for an idea they believe in. It’s a cycle of social conflicts gaining attention in the news industry and slowly diminishing until they are brought up again.
The most common theme throughout these protests is groups of people urging other citizens to stand up and help make a change, most notably by voting. Yet even though we live in a representative democracy, it seems as if voting is a power that is frequently undermined.
What most people do not realize is that the problems that exist in society are a direct result of letting certain officials into office. We are the only people that can make a change. We cannot always rely on others to do the work for us, therefore carefully choosing who we want to represent us in office is vital for progression.
Before reaching the polls, it’s important to understand what each candidate stands for on various issues. That way, you can elect those that reflect beliefs that match your own. For the Florida election specifically, to view an unbiased preview on each of the candidate’s policies, read pages 10-11.
And if you are like me, waiting until the day that you are legally allowed to vote, there are still numerous ways you can get involved to make a difference. Whether that be by pre-registering to vote, participating in protests or even volunteering at polls, getting a head start on the election process is never a negative thing to do.
On a more minimal scale, spreading information across social media can help promote awareness on certain issues, as long as the information presented is factual.
For those of you that are 18-years-old or older, use your power wisely and effectively. Reach the polls as an informed citizen ready to cast a ballot. Do your research and choose the candidate that you think will have the most positive influence on society. Form your own opinions and do not let others’ perspectives influence your own.
But most importantly, make the effort to actually vote. As a student, child, citizen and member of the future generation, I encourage you to please vote. The future of our community is in your hands.
Sincerely, Isabella Morales Managing Editor
