Mike Barnhill
Ashland
Dear Editor:
Is there humor to be found in the coming election? Probably not, as this election could amount to the most decisive in America's near 250-year history. But if it could be looked at through the eyes of a 18- to 25-year-old male voter, it might look like this example.
As a 19-year-old young man not seeking marriage, but still wondering about all its mysteries, I undertook sort of a survey while enjoying one-hour lunch breaks with my older married associates. Many declined to speak about the pros and cons of marriage, especially their own. But finally, one gave me his version of what's important in not only a marriage but in a young man's life in general.
His advice went like this: "There are three very important subjects in, at least a younger man's life, and they are 1) sex with a wife or girlfriend; 2) a paycheck; 3) alcohol. I then asked him, "But what is the most important of the three." He said, "It just depends on what you had most recently as it then falls back to No. 3." Now in my 70s, I look back and think about that conversation and think "life was a lot less complicated in my youth." Now I have to think about who's right and who's wrong. Who to vote for that will be for the good of all rather than just myself. Gee, I miss those uncomplicated days. But as an oldster, I'm now responsible for the future of all those 18- to 25-year-old men who generally only have one of three things on their minds.
This coming presidential election, we who have experienced life, must use that experience to the best of our abilities. We must put aside our petty grievances about taxation, racism, First and Second amendments, and vote for the candidate that demonstrates the best use of balancing those views into workable agreements. Please use your knowledge and experience to the best of your ability and start by not forgetting to vote for the candidate of your choice Nov. 3.