Vote vs. interest

With the elections approaching, I've been thinking about what factors should prevail when choosing which candidate to vote for.

I usually vote according to my interests. And those are intrinsically linked to the interests of my family and my country.

Therefore, I understand that when deciding who to vote for, I have to do a broad analysis; it's not enough to choose the best candidate for President of the Republic or State Governor and think that everything is resolved. Representatives, both federal and state, play a crucial role in the success of the government and in meeting my expectations. I need my interests to be defended through my representatives in government and legislative bodies.

I am a senior citizen, I have already turned 70 and I am retired. My pension has stagnated; I haven't had an increase above inflation for a long time. Therefore, having an increase above inflation is in my best interest. The income tax exemption threshold has also stagnated. I am interested in it keeping pace with inflation. My representatives have an obligation to address these needs, which is why I need to choose them carefully. 

I have children and grandchildren, and because of that, I have a great interest in them having a life without setbacks. For this to happen, it's necessary that there be access to good jobs that are secure and stable, both now and in the future.

My family also needs quality healthcare and education. Will my vote serve my interests? Even worse, will my vote, besides not serving my interests, actually serve interests contrary to my needs?

The mayor of my city is supporting one candidate for federal deputy and another for state deputy. They don't mention their candidates for president and governor in their campaign. Why is that? Could the mayor's choice be aligned with my interests?

When I look at the federal and state legislatures, I see that a large number of parliamentarians have been there for several terms. It's clear that these are representatives with a great capacity to be re-elected election after election. However, when I look at their actions, I realize that their votes never serve the interests of me and my family.

I think one of the important aspects of democracy is this: the possibility of making your choices based on your own interests, which, logically, if you are poor, will not be the same as those of the rich.

Another thing, I consider myself a nationalist and, as such, I try to base my choices on that. I want a strong country, respected in the world, capable of planning its future and, therefore, aware of the importance of its energy resources and the control of its development. A country that values ​​and defends the environment and has full knowledge of its role in preserving the world.

Therefore, we suggest that no one vote without self-examination, carefully considering their interests and, based on that, choosing the best candidate for their life.