Now with the age of internet, it is easier than ever to do some very quick research on candidates and their track records. A brief Wikepedia search can quickly give an overview of candidates you are unfamiliar with.

Sometimes you may be surprised at which candidates agree with your values and have voted for or against policies you have strong opinions on.

Some of these lesser known people are worth a real look and provide an option outside the traditional two-party network of career politicians.

IMO, the more candidates, the harder it is for special interest groups and lobbyists to get control over them, and the least likely the candidates are to appease party constituents by tweaking their personal values to “fit” the perception of “republican” or “democrat.”

OK…off my soapbox now…

Thank you BEB and the freedom of speech for allowing me to climb up there every so often.

And don’t forget…there is a third choice running.

Bob Barr. He is the libertarian candidate. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this party, they believe in leaving business and people alone. Basically, a low degree in government entanglement in private affairs and capitalism. (which generally means lower taxes)

This was a public service announcement from Colwilrin’s husband…a staunch libertarian.