Democracy in crisis

Voting is to a democracy what oxygen is to human life - essential! Low voter turnout and scheming by certain politicians to discourage or prevent voter registration is a telling sign that our democracy is diseased. Voting is the highest responsibility of a citizen in a democracy.

It is time for our government to demand its citizens get involved with their country. It is time people accepted that rights come with responsibilites! It is time for our government to strengthen our democracy by placing the proper emphasis on voting - essential!