It seems like I can’t drive down a street or round a corner without seeing four signs for a “Zone 3 Comptroller” or a handful of old people holding signs that -- as of lately -- say, “Liberate America.” Sunny Saturdays are perfect for many things, and shouldn’t be wasted on mindless pride. That’s all these people and their signs are: pride. Did anyone vote for Obama because of what they read on their street? No.
Sure, in some cases, with smaller elections, it helps that informed voters may at least recognize a name; however, in most cases it’s a pointless waste of paper and wood. It gets really dumb when these people stand outside holding up their signs at passing traffic.
1) The text is way too small. I have perfect eyesight, and can read “Liberate America.” That’s it. I can't read whatever they want me to vote for or support.
2) Even if I could read it, I don’t care. You look trashy and unkempt. I don’t take intellectual advice from people who look like they need the concept of a toothbrush explained to them.
3) Most importantly, NO ONE CARES. This country is decided by votes cast by our elected officials. If you want them to vote on something for you, write them. Call them. Give them signed petitions. A congressman can’t go into session and say, “a bunch of my constituents held up signs for six hours on Saturday.” However, if he or she can say, “We got 300 phone calls, 500 letters, and 1500 signatures wanting XYZ,” then we’re more apt to make some progress.
Don’t waste time, trees, and Saturdays telling people what you believe in. Go make a phone call, then play Frisbee like the rest of us.
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