Low voter turnout = high voter apathy.

Not about the issues, but more about the futility of the process since there is a high level of cynicism (especially amongst younger voters which contribute most to the numbers of those who didn't show up to mark their X) concerning the conduct of those elected once they get in. "It doesn't matter who wins," they figure, "They're all lying bastards and break their promises and do whatever they want for their cronies once they get in power."

The conduct of the provincial Liberals in Ontario has certainly reinforced this opinion, but let's not forget we had an honest politician in this province not long ago... Mike Harris and his Conservatives did exactly what they threatened to do. More's the pity! Just goes to show you that it really does matter that you get out and vote; there really are idealogical differences to choose from.

And if nothing else, my particip[ating in the vote gives me "bitching" rights. If you couldn't be bothered to go vote now, then shut the fuck up later.