Publisher's Desk

Filing time for candidates for public offices is over, but now is the time to get ready for the primary election on Tuesday, May 8, by preparing your mind and attitude.

First of all, make sure you are registered to vote. New registrations, changes in address, and changes in party must be completed by Monday, Apr. 16.

Second, know the candidates and what they stand for. We have some new candidates for offices, so be sure to check them out.

Third, decide that you will vote in every election and also encourage others to vote. Take your children with you, so they will understand that the right to vote is precious, a privilege of those who have it. Whether the decision of the majority is shown by raised hands, a voice count of “ayes,” by marking a piece of paper or pulling a computerized lever, voting is a power by which people can alter almost anything in their lives.

 Don’t use the excuse, “One small thing can’t make a difference.” Have you ever been in bed with a mosquito? One small thing does make a difference!

In an election, your vote can mean a difference between good and evil, right and wrong, justice and injustice.