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Is there a correlation between the intensity of election conversations and the big voter turnout expected at the polls tomorrow?

I think so. It’s no secret that the more engaged people are – whether in a political or business decision – the more likely they are to act.

But although the voter turnout is suppose to be strong, which is great, the interest in engaging in political conversations is waning, which is not so great.

According to pollster Frank Lutz, “In most parts of this country it is very difficult to have a civilized conversation between two people that fundamentally disagree.”

Intellectual food fights are part of the foundation of democracy. Let’s not judge and close our minds to those who disagree with us. Instead, let’s celebrate that people care so much about their communities, their states, and their country that they are passionately involved, have an opinion, and plan to vote on it.

A better place to redirect our irritation is towards those who don’t care enough to have an opinion and don’t make their voices heard by voting.

Election Day and all the sometimes uncomfortable dinner conversations leading up to it are a reason to celebrate. Cheers for democracy. Today is a day to celebrate no matter what the election results.

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