No one could make a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little.
–Edmund Burke (1729-1797)
For most of us, given the apparent complexity of the world, universe and whatever else is out there, there aren’t many absolute principles in play these days. But here’s one: All Americans who can vote should vote, even if–as I am doing tomorrow–you are holding your nose and voting for the “least objectionable alternative.” The American vote is a special and very hard won thing.