No doubt about it, this election is probably the most hyped event of 2016. While the “hype” is a relative term, it is almost impossible to not hear about the election once a day. Stats from polls have shown that more people have voted early than ever. Yet, some choose not to vote for a candidate for various reasons; some do not like selected candidates, and some just cannot find time or motivation to make it to the polling booths. For whatever excuse, everyone should vote if they have the opportunity.

Voting is something that is certainly taken for granted, sit is too common to find that people do not vote.  Various companies such Google and even Doritos have started campaigns and commercials to get people to vote, because it is time to emphasize the importance of voting.

The importance of voting can sway the election. If every last citizen in the United States voted, then most elections might have turned out differently than the initial turnout. Some results of voting could even be a lot more different that what the polls say. For example, President Ronald Reagan was projected to lose to Jimmy Carter, but ended up sweeping Carter in the Electoral College. So, if one thinks their vote will not matter, then maybe they should consider past elections, where every single vote does matter.

Another reason why voting is important, is the fact that voting is not just for presidential candidates– it also consists of voting for judges and senators, which plays a vital role in passing legislature and making decisions when it comes to the law.Many people often over look important yet smaller details of an election; most think about the race to the White House, but do not think about the other factors that are decided for them when they decide not to vote.