I have definitely enjoyed this year's Olympic Games...when I've been able to watch them. But if we can have dressage and race walking, I think there are a number of games that would be inexpensive and simple to include that would increase interest and appeal both in younger Americans, and also among people all across the world.
This video is like 10% tongue in cheek, but for the most part, I actually stand by these suggestions. Maybe not in 2020, maybe not in 2024, but someday.
Democracy only works when we vote. But voter laws are different in every state in America, so the process for registering to vote, checking your registration, voting absentee, early voting, finding your polling place, and what you need once you get there are different depending on where you live. But here we've simplified it. Just watch the video for your state and you'll have all the information you need.
I have definitely enjoyed this year's Olympic Games...when I've been able to watch them. But if we can have dressage and race walking, I think there are a number of games that would be inexpensive ...
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