The Option To Say Neither

Written by Wes Upchurch, Candidate

Monday, 31 March 2008 15:10

We shouldn't have to pick from the lessor of two evils. That is what I support legislation requiring a "none of the above" option to appear below the candidates on all election ballots for public officials.

Having a "none of the above" option can also prevent candidates in disagreement with their parties beliefs that are running unopposed in party primaries from receiving the automatic nomination of their party. The point of parties is that they represent (not misrepresent) a particular view and segment of the population.

It's important for the public to have a way of showing it's disagreement with a proposed government action or an implementation of it. Sometimes a simple Yes and No vote just won't do. Legislators have the right to abstain from voting on a motion in congress. Doesn't it seem unfair that we the citizens of this state, don't have the same right?

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