Unlike the past couple years, I don't expect to comment on much politically in 2022. Sadly, the political environment around the country is expected to be sharply divided and perhaps violent in some areas. I would simply urge both Democrats and Republicans to vote for candidates with good character and with the intent of serving the best interests of their constituents, rather than the type of self-serving behavior we witnessed with Donald Trump and elected officials who supported his big election lie.
I am hoping Congress will pass a voting rights bill that would potentially override some of the draconian laws that were passed in a few red states. Currently, Republicans have an edge in the 2022 House and Senate races, due to redistricting in red states, and highly restrictive voting laws that will make it difficult for voters in those states who voted for Joe Biden in 2020. Fair and safe elections must be normative in all states. This is why a voting rights bill is needed at the federal level.
I worry about the future of our democracy, as GOP leaders continue to bend to the will of Donald Trump. I hope voters not wanting an autocracy in the U.S. will show up in force next November, even if red states shut down polling places they are accustomed to. It is a matter of doing whatever it takes to preserve our democracy, and this is why I pin my hopes on a federal voting rights bill.
