FWIW, I'm just going to jump in here with a somewhat relevant story.
Last night I had a troubling conversation with my sister. I said, "are you going to watch the speech tonight?"
To make a long story short, she hadn't watched anything, hadn't taken the time to listen either to the RNC or the DNC. She said, "It's all just a bunch of posturing."
In an effort to persuade her that the results of this election matter, I said, "have you heard about what's going on in Russia?"
She had no clue.
And get this--when I told her that the terrorists were Chechen separatists, she said, "Oh, but they are oppressed," as if whatever perceived injustice these murders feel makes it okay to kill innocent children.
I shook my head. I couldn't continue the conversation.
Cynicism and laziness. Willful ignorance. That's what we're facing here.
What a contrast with the faith, the belief in America and her ideals, in the idea that we can make a positive difference in the world, that I saw last night at the RNC.
You know I am uncertain how you could even go on trying. I applaude your dedication to enlighten your sister.
Does she vote anyway, not caring about the guys or does she do last minute homework and then votes.
Lead them to water, can't make them drink.