I so wish I could answer this question with a simple ‘yes’. However, I do not vote in political elections. A more accurate answer would perhaps be this: even though I genuinely wish to exercise my right to vote, I have rarely been able to do so, which is why the answer is not an unequivocal yes.
You may now wonder why I am unable to vote. The answer is rather simple. Mind you, I have voted once, just once in my entire life, and I am already in my thirties. My vote belongs in Delhi. I used to live there, and my voter ID still bears a Delhi address. However, I have almost never been in the national capital during elections. More often than not, I happen to be elsewhere, either for work or leisure.
At present, I reside in Chennai, and I have admittedly been somewhat too lazy to change the address on my voter ID card. I also quite detest standing in long queues merely to cast a vote. Even if I were to vote, I would most likely choose NOTA. After all, which political party in India has truly improved my life in any meaningful way? My life continues much as it always has, regardless of which party happens to be in power. That, perhaps, is why I have grown increasingly indifferent to politics, even though I must admit I inhabit a politically charged environment.
An alliterative reverse etheree should suffice for today. It may offer you a clearer glimpse into what I presently feel about politics, though, of course, my views remain subject to change. 🙂
Politics
Polls plague people while parties posture still.
My musings meander regardless.
Worried worlds wax without wisdom.
Why would we welcome vows now?
Winners prize worthless wins.
I watch weary waves.
Quiet crowds wait.
Faith falters.
Just mute.
Mute.
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