Why is Voting So Difficult?
Every time I make a voting guide, I inevitably will get several messages from people thanking me for putting it together, saying things like, "I wouldn't know what to do without it." While I'm glad that people find my resources helpful, it's not like this stuff always comes easily to me. Truth be told, even though I enjoy thinking about political issues, who or what to vote for is sometimes very difficult. But why is voting so hard? What is it about voting that makes some people so frustrated that they give up and don't vote at all? Well, the simple answer is: Because it's complicated! This may not exactly be the most profound answer, but it is true nonetheless. Perhaps to some of you who find it difficult, it might be comforting to hear this from someone who spends a lot of time [Read more...]