Vote
Follow leaders, but don’t follow blindly.
Disagree with opponents, but do so kindly.
Look critically at different points of view.
Cast your ballot as seems right to you.
After the election, work cooperatively
to build your country and community.
Copyright© 2020 by Cheryl Batavia
I am reposting this as we are getting close to US election day, and mail-in balloting is about to begin. Cheryl
Gulf Coast Poet 
Agree Cheryl!!
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Yes, you are right, Cheryl. They have to be …
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Nice points Cheryl. all these are important for having the best leaders and decisions.
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An ideal situation. Beautiful write Cheryl 🙂
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We can only work toward an ideal situation with hope in our hearts! Thank you for your astute comment. Take care. Cheryl
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Agree, well written ❤️
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Misae, I am glad you like this. Voting is something we can do to make our voices heard. Thank you for your kind comment. Take care, Cheryl
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True our votes matter. Anytime Cheryl 💕
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Short sweet and to the point.
You’re doing your part in getting the word out!
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Thank you, Laura, for your kind comment! I tell my son not to complain about the outcome of the election if he fails to vote. ❤ Take care, Cheryl
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Yes indeed and i agree, I tell my kids the same thing!!! Any normal person will do.. did I say that? 😹😹🤣❣️ Yes, I did! Thanks Cheryl. ❣️ what’s her name.. lol
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Thank you, Cindy, for sharing your thoughts and a bit of levity. 🙂 You made me chuckle! All the best! Cheryl ❤
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You’re so welcome!!!! chuckling we must!!! lol.
xo Cindy
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You are doing your bit through that timely message. May I add that the message, each and every line of it rings true globally, right from personally targetting the opponent(s), derogatory politics to the blind following amongst masses (even though very cleverly manipulated, social media is a very powerful tool nowadays). Wish there was a forum to project unified wishes of the citizens in form of an election manifesto – from the citizens to the contestants – but that’s too wishful. The most powerful tool which still remains with the mass is the right to vote, which everyone should exercise judiciously! Being indifferent cannot be an option and awareness has to be raised, which is where messages like yours would start making a difference.
You inspire Cheryl! Wish you have a productive and fruitful election.
Last but not the least, the poem is very well rhymed too 💖
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Thank you, Deb, for sharing your thoughtful remarks. It makes me happy that you like the poem and you think the message is applicable globally. Our election in the US is already quite contentious. I long for a return to civility and cooperation. 🙂 Thank you again, Deb. Your input means a lot to me. Cheryl
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So true. I completely agree, Cheryl
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Thank you, Shweta, for reading and commenting! ❤ I hope for a return to civility and cooperation in the US. 🙂
All the best! Cheryl
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Very sane advice. Most people don’t exercise their franchise wisely. I hope wisdom prevails.
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Thank you, Puna, for sharing your kind thoughts. ❤ Yes, the world needs some wisdom right now! Have a great day! Cheryl
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You are welcome. Have a lovely weekend.❤️
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Keep fighting the good fight 👍👍
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Thank you, Lia. I think that informing ourselves and responsibly exercising our right to vote is so important to preserving democracy.
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Yes, I believe in and promote that idea as well, and have for the past handful of years, over various blogs.
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Completely agree! Nicely written Cheryl ☺️
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Rupa, thank you for your kind comments. ❤ I am glad that the poem resonated with you. All the best! Cheryl
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This is such good advice, Cheryl! What a great and timely message. ❤️
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Rishika, I really appreciate your kind and thoughtful comments. ❤ I am happy that you like the poem. 🙂
Have a great day! Cheryl
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Very wise words, have to be read by everyone before casting vote.
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Thank you so much, Subbashini, for your kind comment. ❤ I am glad you like the poem. All the best! Cheryl
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Thank you for sharing this poem. The message rings true and always will. It is ok to disagree. But if we want to move forward as a country and as a planet we need to cooperate, especially with those whose opinions differ to our own.
The New Zealand election was over the weekend, and I found myself raising my voice to a colleague this morning when talking about it. Even though it was only slightly it was still not the way to engage in fruitful discussion. We learn through conversation far better if all parties involved feel they are being heard and respected.
Thank you again for sharing. ♥
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Hamish, Thank you! I am so glad you like this poem. < I appreciate your sharing your thoughts and experiences. I hope we soon have a return to civility and cooperation here. ❤ Take care! Cheryl
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