Final Thoughts

Why does it matter whose voices are heard?

It is important to include as many people’s voices in the voting process as possible because every individual represents one small piece of the giant puzzle that is the United States. When one piece is missing, something is wrong with the big picture.

People's voices do matter. They can make a big difference in the outcome of an election. In the 2012 election, if only white men could vote, Mitt Romney would almost certainly be president since he is supported by more than 60% of men. However, because the votes of minorities and women ARE also counted today, it is very likely that Barack Obama will earn a second term as president because he has the majority of support from those groups.

In the end, individual votes do count. People's voices are important. They give shape to the kind of country America is and what it will be in the future.