Carolyns Musings

It's that crazy time again.  Yes, it's time to go to the polls.  You can tell there's an election going on by all the rhetoric, posturing and politicians looking for a photo opportunity kissing hands and shaking babies.

For many the choice of who to vote for is simple but for others, the choice is anything but simple.  Here are a couple of tips which, I hope, will be useful.

Make a list of the things you believe are important then make an appointment with your MP to discuss them.  If you're not sure who your MP is, a quick trip to your Library will help.  If your MP is seemingly 'invisible' it could be time for a change or it could simply be your own complacency.  Remember this election affects YOU.

A list of priorities makes it easier to choose.  Addressing poverty, mounting debt, health, education etc etc are some of the questions most of us want answered.  The decision you make on Election Day will affect all of us. Be sure you know which Party is most likely to deliver on promises.

JFK was known for saying' Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.'  On Election Day I want everyone to ask 'What will you do with my vote. How will you spend my tax dollar'?

The choice is yours.  Make it wisely.  Become educated about the issues BEFORE you go to the polls.  It is too late to change your mind once the polls have closed.