What an exciting time to be involved in politics at a grassroots level! I went to my first Caucus last night and learned so much about the political process. This is the kind of stuff you can't really be taught in high school or college, you have to be there to soak it all in.
When I got there, there were only four other people from my precinct. I was a little disappointed, but when we all got to talking, I liked having a small group as we were able to have great conversations.
The whole process took us a little longer than it would have if we had precinct leaders. Apparently, there are none for my precinct. It's a two-year commitment and involves getting to know your neighbors, encouraging them to vote and hosting precinct events. I am now a precinct leader.
I was also elected to be a delegate to the county assembly, multi state house and multi state senate district assemblies, and the state convention. I am excited and nervous, but the process to becoming a national delegate is now officially underway.
I understand why people don't get involved in the political process. It takes a commitment and sometimes the bureaucracy is astounding. But if you can get past that and try to learn something from each interaction you have, I think becoming a political animal is so worth it.
Why read about history when you can make it?
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