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Freedom’s Obligation For many, the concept of freedom is a mere given, like food or shelter. We reap its benefits without giving much thought; but when it is taken away from us, we come to the realization that while many of us were born and granted an emancipating and intangible gift, this freedom sits upon conditions that we must acknowledge and act on to maintain our rights. Voting is virtually the only obligation the …

…who follows the crowd in voting practices. Following your conscience in voting, rather than voting the way that might be popular, is essential to being a responsible voter. Americans need to understand the importance of each vote. Every citizen should vote simply because we owe it to our ancestors, owe it to our fellow citizens, and most importantly, owe it to ourselves. We cannot lose that spark of democracy seen in the eye of Americans.