Saddling Up To Be A Government Ally

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290 – May/June, 2023

By Megan Arszman

The weeks and months leading up to Election Day can be filled with so much drama and opposing views, it is easy for most Americans to just tune out any narrative they see on television, social media and even in their yards. It’s almost enough to make someone not want to have anything to do with voting and the government.

However, that’s possibly the worst thing you can do, especially when your pastime and industry could be threatened with legislation and regulations.

You might be thinking that your vote won’t count, that someone located in rural Nebraska won’t have much of an effect on national politics. It’s a common belief amongst eligible voters. However, it’s important to remember to start small to think big.

“Many people believe that Congress and Washington are too inaccessible to them, and to a certain extent it might be, but that doesn’t mean you can’t reach out to your local congressperson,” says Billy Smith, Executive Director for the American Paint Horse Association (APHA). “I’m flabbergasted at the people who don’t know who represents them in their state government or in Washington. You should know that especially on less controversial issues, sometimes your letter or email might be the only communication they receive on that subject. It could be the one that is powerful and has an impact.”

Know Thy Neighbor

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290 – May/June, 2023