We received a text informing us that our ballots have been mailed. The message included a link to Go Vote Colorado, where you can register to vote, check your ballot status, view your sample ballot, and complete other helpful tasks.
At our house, we have a diverse household. Some of us are Unaffiliated, while others belong to various minor parties. This diversity allows us to explore options for minor parties, Democrats, and Republicans.
To view your sample ballot, click on the provided link. After filling out the required information, your ballot will appear. Unaffiliated voters have the option to view both ballots. Upon viewing the ballot, you may notice there is often little to no competition within a party. You may see just one candidate listed, such as John Q. Candidate, with no alternative choices.
However, it is important not to choose a candidate merely because they are the only option. Conduct your own due diligence on the candidate. At the very least, search the candidate’s name on Google or another search engine. For a more thorough investigation, you can use a service like Been Verified for a small fee. This could reveal any potential issues or “skeletons in the closet.”
Too many candidates are elected who are incompetent or do not adequately represent us once in office. If the candidate is currently in office or is a public figure, review their record. Are you satisfied with their performance? If your standard of living has declined in recent years, you might reconsider voting for that candidate or their party.
While reviewing your ballot and doing your due diligence, if you become disappointed, consider doing something about it. If you are an Unaffiliated voter, consider running for office. There is still plenty of time. If you know one or more Unaffiliated voters, reach out to them to see if they would be interested in running for public office.
If you have any questions, drop us an email at editor@highcountryadvocate.com, and we may be able to help you.
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