It seems like the recent tragedies have left us devastated . We have become stuck in depression due to these attacks. Any death is a tragedy in itself, but as all generations have in the past, we must pave a way for a better future for our children and for ourselves. Learning from our mistakes sounds simple, but the effort that it requires leaves us delaying any change. Both politicians running for presidency may be unpopular, but which one can lead America into the future, past these attacks and the war on terror? Which candidate is suitable to take this country out of its depression and bring forth an era of love and good will? Most people say that since both candidates are unpopular, they should bail on their vote and decide to sit back without casting a vote. The issue is that as Americans, we must excersise our right to vote, even if both candidates are unpopular.

Voting is an essential part of being an American, as well as a chance to contribute to the democratic system, the foundation of this nation. It allows us the chance to intervene in politics and cast our decision based on our criteria of a "good candidate." This election season is one of confusion, anger and even denial. Americans have denied the fact that one of these candidates is bound to be the next president of the United States and as much as we would hate to see Obama step down, we need to realize that the next president is voted by us, the people. So let us exercise our right to vote for a candidate that brings love to combat the hatred and animosity that is spreading over people. Let us vote, not just to excersise our responsibility as Americans, but as children of a free nation. Let us cast a vote for hope, hope that we continue the legacy of the last 43 presidents. Hope that moving forward, we have less terror and violence.

Terror is a tragedy in itself, but meaningless distractions are not the way to go about moving on from it. Involve yourself in current affairs, if possible by simply voting for a candidate that your personally believe has the ability to take America into an era of love. We have been surrounded by hatred and violence for the past few weeks, not just internationally, but at home as well. People look for someone or something to blame to pass the time and find futile causes to a chain reaction. While finding the cause to an issue is one step closer to finding a solution, we must take steps for a better long term effect, through our policies. Politics is a solution that we choose to ignore, but it is the only means to move forward. By casting a vote this election, we are contributing to the democratic system, we are contributing to America.