Society of Apathetics: Model Citizen (Interactive)

2008 Presidential Candidate Ralph Nader answers the Apathy Hotline and discusses ways that apathetic non-voters can learn passive activism in this four-part interactive video.
http://www.votenader.org
Music by Nellie McKay - http://nelliemckay.com/ - performed live at the Nader/Gonzalez Super Rally in Minneapolis on September 4, 2008. Video by Karen Kilroy - http://karenkilroy.com

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[truindep]

let nader debate!

end the two party charade and say no to mcbama!

[Revoltmetal]

I have always voted for Ralph Nader and will always feel great about it because i know he's fighting for everyone even if they are apathetic.great video!I fell asleep at the first two-party coronation I mean debate, without Nader it's not a real debate.Let Nader debate in 08!

[thedeadcandance]

If you aren't voting you probably aren't voting because you don't like democratic or republican. So yes he's saying that maybe he'd get the apathy vote, and he's probably right. I was considering making a protest abstention, but realize a protest 3rd party vote is the only way to break the chain

[countumga]

Since it's going to be my first time voting, I wasn't really sure who I would vote for.

But I was really starting to think about it today... I might vote for Nader, who knows.

[ryanshaunkelly]

The Wall Street Bailout Bill:

Bush McCain Obama et al.

The Realignment of American Politics:

Anderson Baldwin Carter Choate Clemente Gonzalez Gravel Kaptur Kucinich McKinney Nader Paul Perot Sheehan Ventura

[ReasonandTruth]

Well I am still interested and I am not done until Nov 4 when I put the ballot in the box. I appreciate the fact that you guys are here. Welcome or not I will keep watching Naders vids. I like them so far. He has some good things to say. I guess I wish he was not so "if you are not voting for me it is apathy" I think the fact that less than one third of the people vote... I guess that is what he is sayin' anyway. No games just curious and I wish you all the luck on election day!

[m1979m123]

I'm a freedom writer for Nader ... but I still love fishing. And apathetic fishing, don't get me started. If only there was a way to do both?

[Jathrax]

Considering every single one of your current favorites and subscriptions deals with a particular political party, I find the argument moot. Your views are self-evident. I'm not saying you're wrong, or that you're not allowed to express your opinion, but that by taking the effort to express your disappointment towards the underdog undermines your effectiveness.

Just my opinion mind you. And at least you're coherent with your arguments, not just copy/paste. Cheers!

[pnclement]

Man, is this video primo or what? It is funny and serious at the very same time!

Any one really trust Obama or McCain?

After $700 billion on its way to bailout Wall Street?

Whats in your wallet?

Its not $700 billion dollars anymore!

[Nader4President]

I have voted for the Democratic candidate all my life (ever since I became qualified to vote) and they lost my respect mostly due to their incompetence and failure to stop the war and fix our broken health care system. Nancy Pelosi is the main reason for my departure. JM /SP scare me to death too but i am sick and tired of voting for the guy who is supported by the corporations and voted for patriot act and .....did not stand for the people when needed

[ReasonandTruth]

No trolling. I am serious I really wanted to learn something about the guy. You see you just reinforce the negative. I have said nothing negative about Nader. All I asked for was some information. Some help in looking at an alternate candidate. No one wants to help. It as if you are so use to people giving you shit about being independent that you cannot see genuine interest and a request. You wouldn't know a potential vote if it bit you. I give up.