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KQV Editorial

Time to Register to Vote!

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     According to some knowledgeable political observers this year’s Presidential Election is one of the most important…if not the most important in their lifetime.  It’s an observation that we have heard every Presidential year over the years.  But in truth, they all have been important.  This year’s campaigns have been one of the longest, most contentious and hard fought – both the primaries and now the upcoming General Election – that we have ever witnessed.

     It seems that the whole process – from its very beginning – has been almost endless.  From its inception, we have been bombarded with direct mail, radio and television commercials, campaign speeches and debates, and appeals of all types.  To say that we are all fatigued would be an understatement!  But, come Election Day, November 4^th, the determination of the Presidency will be in the hands of all of us – the voters.

     This has been a presidential campaign unlike any others.  For the first time we have an African American candidate and a longtime Senator with a women as his running mate.  Feelings run high because the future of the country is at stake.

     Meanwhile, here’s an important reminder – you can’t vote and express your opinion unless you are registered to vote…and, despite the importance of this election…there are still countless people who remain unregistered!

     This is a mystery to all of us who care and who are so involved – why people stand by and don’t register to vote. It has always been our battle cry – don’t complain about the state of the Union – don’t complain about what’s happening in this country – unless you vote!

     It also should be remembered that – as important as the Presidential Election is – there are many other elections on the ballot – national – statewide – and local.  It all starts at the grass roots, which means it all starts with you.  There are many important issues at stake – issues that affect your life – and every vote counts… yours included.

     Election Day is Tuesday, November 4 – A few weeks away.  Of more immediate importance – the last day you can register to vote is Monday, October 6.  So, if you’re not registered, you had better get with it!  It’s time to get involved…

     … Because the future is in your hands!

Robert W. Dickey

President 

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Broadcast: October 3, 4, 5, 2008

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