This nation definitely takes for granted the right to vote and the freedom to become involved in the political process. We have willfully handed over our power to a bunch of idiots. We are all at fault.

Occasionally, I write emails or letters to my elected officials. Sometimes I actually make phone calls. That about sums up my activism. I never realized it before, but I am a coward like the rest of the country. Cindy Sheehan stood up for what she believed in and look what happened to her. I think people are totally fed up, but are afraid to rock the boat for fear of being "Sheehaned", either by the media or by their community.

I must admit that this is an awakening for me, because I was raised by politically active parents. Maybe I can atone for my sins by spearheading [link|http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/projectvote/index.htm|Project VOTE] at my kids' schools.