I actually think we Americans spend too much time looking at the personalities of candidates and spend far less time thinking about the policy implications of which party has control over the executive branch. Even the news coverage does this. Both Biden and Trump have their individual strengths and foibles. But really what is important is the direction that they take the country in when it comes to:barnhart wrote: ↑Thu Feb 15, 2024 8:36 amMaybe not from your worldview, pragmatism is a strong argument. But I am arguing from an impractical worldview that hinges on the present reality of Jesus and his plans for the future. In this world overcoming evil done by faithfulness, the power of God and "to keep unspotted from the world." From this perspective loosing means being drawn in and compromised by evil.
Jobs, the economy, and taxes
Foreign affairs (Gaza, Ukraine, China, Iran, Mexico, military budgets, etc.)
Education
The Environment
Criminal Justice and crime
Civil Rights (Race, Religion, Sexuality, etc.)
Healthcare (Obamacare repeal or not, etc.)
Retirement (cut, expand, change social security and other retirement programs)
Immigration
and whatever other issues you find important.
If you find that you and your church are unconcerned and unengaged in any of those issues then sure, voting isn't for you. But if you or your church are engaged in any of this issues then this is your minimum starting point for engagement.
And one can do the same analysis down to the state and local level. If there are no issues that concern you or affect you then don't vote. It is irrelevant to you. But if you have concerns about state or local issues then this is your point of engagement.