Vote
I was nearly moved to tears today as I watched countless Iraqis risked there lives and the lives of there loved ones, by casting there vote in the constitutional referendum which was held today. It was moving to see a people who where for so long held under the boot of a ruthless dictator; to finally have a voice in the affairs of there nation.
It is not clear yet the exact out come of this vote, but what is clear is that the people of Iraq will not be denied there say in the future of there people. This vote is a victory for Iraq and for the cause of democracy. Wheather or not the constitution passes, no matter what the face of the new government may look like, the people today proved that freedom will not be quelled.
As an American I cannot help but think of our own democracy which has many similaritys to the fledgling flower which is growing today in Iraq. Our democracy came out of the horrors of war and the violence of men. Many said that such a government was not realistic or sustainable and yet we proved them wrong. Our first days as a republic where filled with strife, violence, and political rancor. Yet we managed to endure and to prove that we, and not a tyrant would governor.
I have the highest hopes for the people of Iraq, there democracy will not look like America's nor should it, it will be unique to the people of this fine nation. It will be a tool and a servent as any good government should be. If that is the people don't abandon the "hardwork" of democracy for an easier subjugation by a despot, dictator, or king.
I am glad that I got to witness this it is something I shall never forget, something that I shall tell my children about. As an American it makes me appreciate more my democracy and it makes me even more resolute to strive everyday to maintain the tenants and the ideas upon which my nation was founded.
I have my entire adult life been an avid voter, I am the kind of guy who under normal circumstances can tell you when the next school board election is. It is days like today that make me realize that taking an active role in my government is vital not only to my well being but to the well being of all my countrymen. As one of the countless generations who was born with the right to vote, to free speech, to freely assemble, to bear arms, to a speedy trail, and many many other libertys for which I was not required to shed my lifes blood for I feel it is my duty as a citizen and a decent human being to excercise my right to vote. After all is simply stating ones choice, saying "Yes or no" or "This person or that one". I am proud to do that, and after seeing an entire nation of people risk everything to cast there vote. Waiting in a line for a few minutes after work seems much less of a hassle after all.
It is not clear yet the exact out come of this vote, but what is clear is that the people of Iraq will not be denied there say in the future of there people. This vote is a victory for Iraq and for the cause of democracy. Wheather or not the constitution passes, no matter what the face of the new government may look like, the people today proved that freedom will not be quelled.
As an American I cannot help but think of our own democracy which has many similaritys to the fledgling flower which is growing today in Iraq. Our democracy came out of the horrors of war and the violence of men. Many said that such a government was not realistic or sustainable and yet we proved them wrong. Our first days as a republic where filled with strife, violence, and political rancor. Yet we managed to endure and to prove that we, and not a tyrant would governor.
I have the highest hopes for the people of Iraq, there democracy will not look like America's nor should it, it will be unique to the people of this fine nation. It will be a tool and a servent as any good government should be. If that is the people don't abandon the "hardwork" of democracy for an easier subjugation by a despot, dictator, or king.
I am glad that I got to witness this it is something I shall never forget, something that I shall tell my children about. As an American it makes me appreciate more my democracy and it makes me even more resolute to strive everyday to maintain the tenants and the ideas upon which my nation was founded.
I have my entire adult life been an avid voter, I am the kind of guy who under normal circumstances can tell you when the next school board election is. It is days like today that make me realize that taking an active role in my government is vital not only to my well being but to the well being of all my countrymen. As one of the countless generations who was born with the right to vote, to free speech, to freely assemble, to bear arms, to a speedy trail, and many many other libertys for which I was not required to shed my lifes blood for I feel it is my duty as a citizen and a decent human being to excercise my right to vote. After all is simply stating ones choice, saying "Yes or no" or "This person or that one". I am proud to do that, and after seeing an entire nation of people risk everything to cast there vote. Waiting in a line for a few minutes after work seems much less of a hassle after all.
posted by Gipper at 8:48 AM
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