Growing up, I was surrounded by the discussion and debate of politics. In kindergarten, we had a mock election and we could choose between George W. Bush and Al Gore. At home, I knew my parents were voting for Al Gore, but at school, all of my friends were voting for Bush. Of course, 5-year-old me decided to vote for Bush, "just because all of my friends did." My small hometown in South Florida is primarily Republican, and it was hard as a kid to not conform to "everyone else's views." That is the mindset of the majority of young Americans when it comes to politics. They make political decisions and stay true to ideas based off of their parents and friends and the views that have been instilled in them. And 14 years later, I've learned that I have my own mind and can make my own decisions as to who to vote for to run this country. But that's the thing: I have no idea who I would possibly vote for.
There is not one single candidate who I feel passionate about. At this point of the race, especially after a surprising Super Tuesday, I honestly have no idea. It sickens me to think that Donald Trump could maybe become the president of this country, and it also makes me sick (sorry, Grandma) that Hillary Clinton could possibly win as well. I'm all for a woman running this country, don't get me wrong, I just do not agree with her views nor do I agree with Trump's. I personally would not choose either candidate, but at this point in the race, I might have to.
I consider myself in between both political parties. I have a Republican mindset when it comes to certain governmental topics, such as the economy, but then I am very liberal on issues such as women's rights. With that being said, I could vote either way in this upcoming election. But as of right now, I don't have a clue as to who I will vote for, but I feel as if that is okay.
I'm confident in the fact that as the election gets closer and closer, each candidate will prove to me more than they already have as to why I should or should not vote for them. Although I might not agree on every single one of their decisions and ideas, I have to continue to do my research, keep watching the debates, and come to an informed conclusion as to who I personally believe can do their absolute best at running this country. I'll eventually have to choose somebody who I see as best fit. But It's okay to not know at this very moment. This particular election is not as clear cut as others have been. This will be my first year that I am able to have my voice be heard, and I want to be certain that I am making the right decision.
Throughout your life, it's okay to not have a clue what you are doing. The "not knowing" what to do, or what to decide gives us a sense of independence, allowing ourselves to work it out, without the help of others. Not only am I okay with not knowing who to vote for, I enjoy the fact that I am able to make this decision on my own, and to be able to leave a lasting impact on the world by casting my vote for the next President of the United States of America.
