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I voted for freedom today in Ohio — and so did everyone else across the country who voted

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By Anna M. Molgard

For the Deseret News

Published: Tuesday, Nov. 6 2012 2:53 p.m. MST

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I voted this morning. In Ohio. A distant friend told me my vote 'really counted'. While the electoral count hinges on swing states, I disagree that her vote doesn't count as much as mine. Every vote is important - for freedom.

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No matter who wins today, every vote is important. Every simple ‘X’ marked in a polling station in every state in this country is significant. It is a tangible, visible reminder of freedom — freedom in action, freedom to choose. We choose a leader who will be free of tyranny. We choose a leader who will allow us to continue to decide what we read and what we will say. We choose a leader who will ensure public access to basic necessities of life. We choose a leader who values women and recognizes our worth and contributions to society. We cannot make a wrong choice in this regard.

We have the freedom to choose — and with each and every vote today, we choose freedom.

Anna M. Molgard is a lyricist, composer, poet and yoga instructor. She is the mother of three children and one lovable dog. Contact her at faithsongmusic@gmail.com.

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Liberal Ted
Salt Lake City, UT

Vote for freedom? What does that mean? If you vote for bigger government role to tell you what you can and cannot do. What you should and shouldn't do. How much you can make, how much you should donate....is that freedom?

Is More..

  • 3:18 p.m. Nov. 6, 2012
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SJH
Dayton, OH

Huh? "I will not share my political opinions widely nor loudly. Not because I do not care about who is elected, but because I care more about preserving the freedom to choose." So voicing your concerns aloud, putting out signs in the yard, More..

  • 1:56 p.m. Nov. 10, 2012
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