Thursday, February 28, 2008

POLITICAL FOOTWORK

We are definitely all part of an interesting time in history. This presidential election has managed to rally many to get involved in the political process. I have been paying particular attention to the news reports related to the 2008 presidential election. Can you believe it....I even watched the Democratic debate. Unless you're a cave dweller, you are well aware that we are approaching the Texas Democratic Primary. The presidential primary will be held on March 4, 2008.


Texans like to do things big. So why not have people vote twice on March 4? Yes, that's pretty much the way it works. There will be a daylong primary, and then, that same night a caucus. While many states have one method of choosing presidential candidates, Texas has a rather complicated system -- part primary, part caucus. Texas Democrats will have to work twice as hard to do their civic duty Tuesday in a hybrid election system dubbed the “Texas Two-Step” by some.

It's not enough to vote once in the primary on March 4, you must go back to your assigned voting precinct at 7:15 p.m. and vote in the Caucus. We are really dealing with such a tight race between the two Democratic candidates.....Every single vote counts. According to reports, two-thirds of the delegates are chosen in the primary vote, while one-third is determined by the caucus vote. A candidate could win the primary vote, but lose the caucus vote if voters don't return to their voting precinct on March 4. This unique system applies to both Democratic and Republican parties. In order to participate in either caucus, you must first vote in the primary. Your voter's registration card will be stamped when you vote. Be sure to keep your voting registration card on hand and ready to whip out on March 4th when you return to the poll to vote in the caucus. Your driver's license will not allow you to vote in the caucus YOU MUST HAVE YOUR PREVIOUSLY STAMPED voter's registration card in hand.

As always, a politically involved FASHIONISTA is both informed and stylish. Now that you are armed with the information regarding the Texas-Two-Step and how the process works, make sure you are stylish and comfortable on the day in question. A Fashionista is NEVER unprepared. Wear flats or comfortable shoes that compliment your outfit. Shoes should be comfortable and fit well. You can also prevent some foot and knee problems by buying shoes that fit properly.

Here are some tips for selecting footwear that will offer style and comfort.
Step 1: Check the size of your feet regularly. Our feet change as we age.

Step 2: Take separate measurements for each foot. Each foot size is different.

Step 3: Try on shoes at the end of the day, when feet are typically largest.

Step 4: Always try on shoes and avoid relying on the size indicated. Companies
manufacture sizes differently.

Step 5: Be sure to stand and walk when trying on shoes, and allow for approximately
1/2 inch of space for the longest toe of each foot.

Step 6: Be sure your heels fit comfortably and slip only slightly.

Step 7: Select shoes that conform to your feet.

It doesn't matter who you vote for....JUST AS LONG AS YOU VOTE. Let's make sure we get out and flood the polls.... And remember be FANTABULOUS while performing your civic duty.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Great into. Thanks! I voted early yesterday. I didn't understand why I needed to vote again on March 4.

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