Pick a side, any side, I don't care which one you pick

 I decided long ago that I would never discuss politics with anyone, for two reasons.

1) What I believe is nobodies business.

2) A large majority of people are ignorant in this area.

Regarding my first point. A lot of people don't care what your opinion is and will not respect it. All they want to do is get the chance to bash it and try to tell you why you are wrong. So what's the point in discussing it with them.

Regarding my second point: why would I take advice from ignorant people? Additionally, it is often painful to hear the things people senselessly spout, without having any knowledge on the matter, or any real substantial facts to back it up.

So, I steer clear.

There's one thing I don't understand. Big Bird. He's cute, furry, yellow, innocent. Why must people put him in the spotlight for something he didn't do?

What about etch-a-sketch? They are a fun children's toy. Again, why must they get such negative media coverage?

It is funny the things people choose to focus on, for no real reason. Jump on it, actually.

What makes one guy better than the other guy? Let's just take a gamble and say, facts. The words they are saying, the things they are promising. Will they follow through?

You know what the President has done over the past 4 years. Many people view him in a negative light. Maybe they have valid reasons for that. But what about the other guy? The new kid on the playground? How much do you really know about him? It's a gamble, really. There's no way to know if he will be any better, if he will carry through on his promises.

I really think that for some people, it is not a thought-out process. Some people make the decision based on prejudices, racism, because they like the other guy's voice better. Maybe they have no reason at all. Perhaps many people make their decision based on what they hear from other people, from their parents, their friends, their co-workers. When it comes down to it- who do you like better?

Believe what you want to believe, but make sure that you have a good solid foundation beneath your beliefs, so they don't one day all come toppling down.

Happy voting!