With the upcoming election, many people turn to social media to showcase their political views, criticize candidates, and make jokes about debates. Countless articles, memes, and videos have been made about politics lately.

However, there are also countless rants, hate comments, and harmful posts. Everyone is talking about politics, and we should. It is important to be involved. Politics is a touchy subject, but it needs to be discussed.

For me, I choose not to share how I feel about any kind of politics on my social media.

For many reasons, I choose to forego sharing the latest Donald Trump quote, the latest meme Hillary just tried to joke about, or what Bernie Sanders is talking about. It is not that I don’t care, it’s that I believe politics has its place in my life, and it’s not on my Facebook. We can share anything and everything through social media and it’s amazing. However, my political views are not up for debate. They are not something I want someone to compliment or tell me how I’m wrong. I believe sharing them on Facebook creates a debate that I wish not to take part in. The debate might not be a bad idea, however, I choose not to partake in any of it. It is nothing personal; it was just a personal choice I made.

People who do choose to share their political ideas and views have my respect. It takes courage to share how exactly you feel about some very tough issues on social media. Talking politics is no easy task and taking a stand is brave. We are in the midst of an important election and our country faces many issues. Who we choose as our next president is vital to our operation, and that is a lot of pressure.

The world is watching to see whom America chooses as the next president, and that is scary. I do not have that bravery to share how I feel about certain touchy issues. It takes a lot to be able to open up about things like that for me. Political views are serious and should be treated as such. Our government is why our lives are the way they are most times. It dictates how laws work, and it is not something to be taken lightly.

When the election comes around, you will not see my posting about who won or lost. I have no interest in sharing my opinion. No videos, memes or rants will come out of me. I will choose to vote quietly and privately. I wish not to share about that part of my life and I have come to terms with it.

Sharing everything is not for everyone, especially when it comes to politics and views. If you have the courage to do so, I envy you in some ways. You’re far braver than I am, and that is amazing. If you also choose not to share, I admire your quiet and private nature. Both sides are amazing, and I’m grateful I can see both.