Vote for a better education

It’s that time again. Local/State elections are here and it’s time to vote. Changes have been made in Georgia that have really affected people personally. Specifically in education; schools have been closed, teachers and administration terminated and many have been forced to take furlough days. Although Georgia officials have claimed that furlough days are a thing of the past and that the worst is behind us, it is imperative that the people vote.

This year in DeKalb County, as well as the other counties in GA, elections will be held for school board members and superintendents. Please take the time to check out the candidates and understand what they are about. These future leaders will help make decisions about your child’s education. As is said over and over again, you cannot complain if you do not vote.

Candidates for state representatives are just as important. These future leaders will be our voice in the senate and congress. Check them out and see what their platforms are. Remember that most of the candidates will speak about education because it has taken such a huge setback in Georgia but be sure to search for specific plans for the betterment of the education system.

Each county should provide a website with information on voting sites, candidates and dates. Please take advantage of these websites to get as much information as you can. Remember early voting in Georgia ends on Friday, October 29, 2010. You will have another chance to vote on Election Day, November 2, 2010.

Please click here for more information on DeKalb County voting.

Please click here for more information on Fulton County voting.

Please click here for more information on Gwinnett County voting.

Please click here for more information on Cobb County voting.

Please click here for more information on Clayton County voting.