“I haven’t got time”
“I forgot”
“I didn’t register”
“I was on holiday”
“I didn’t feel well”
“Something came up, so I couldn’t get to the polling station”
“I couldn’t be bothered”
“I’ve got better things to do”
“My vote won’t make any difference”
“who cares?”
“I’m not interested in politics”
“I don’t like any of the leaders so what’s the point?”
“It’s raining! I’m not going out in the rain just to vote!”
“They’re all corrupt anyway”
“The polling station is inaccessible!”
So many excuses I’ve heard over the years. As someone who has never missed an opportunity to vote, I am always frustrated when others fail to. Regardless of your circumstances, there really is NO EXCUSE!
I live semi-rurally and my local polling station – an old building with many steps – is not wheelchair accessible. Now I’m all for inclusivity and accessibility. But, this has never been a cause for concern as it doesn’t prevent me from casting my vote. Years ago I registered online (an easy process) for postal voting. I don’t even need to leave the house to have my say!
Like it or not, politics does affect each and every one of us. Each and every ballot paper counts. Ensure you make your voice heard by marking your choice with an X this Thursday, June 8th!
Failing to vote is failing to care.
Take advantage of your democratic right.