Every four years we go through the same cycle of hope and disillusionment.

It is, indeed, difficult to conceive how men who have entirely given up the habit of self-government should succeed in making a proper choice of those by whom they are to be governed; and no one will ever believe that a liberal, wise, and energetic government can spring from the suffrages of a subservient people.

Am I supposed to vote for someone I think does not represent my interests, my principles, or the interests of this nation for fear that not to do so will allow another candidate who does not reflect my interests, principles or the interests of this nation to become president?

America is a land where a citizen will cross the ocean to fight for democracy -- and won't cross the street to vote in a national election.

Democracy substitutes election by the incompetent many for appointment by the corrupt few.

Democracy consists of choosing your dictators after they've told you what you think it is you want to hear