Frankly, I think this economic crisis may actually save the country. Too many ignorant voters see political issues in the abstract; if they aren't affected directly and severely, it's not really *about* them. It's like some big reality TV show. It's like voting for their favorite wanna-be star on American Idol.
But if the bank that holds their life savings folds, or their home is facing foreclosure, or if they can no longer afford the drive to work, suddenly it's not so abstract. In theory, they'll be forced to face reality in the voting booth, and actually vote in favor of their own best interest for a change.
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Date: 2008-09-29 08:44 pm (UTC)Frankly, I think this economic crisis may actually save the country. Too many ignorant voters see political issues in the abstract; if they aren't affected directly and severely, it's not really *about* them. It's like some big reality TV show. It's like voting for their favorite wanna-be star on American Idol.
But if the bank that holds their life savings folds, or their home is facing foreclosure, or if they can no longer afford the drive to work, suddenly it's not so abstract. In theory, they'll be forced to face reality in the voting booth, and actually vote in favor of their own best interest for a change.
Here's hoping, at least.