2004 was the first time that I both donated money and volunteered my time to a campaign. I feel like the volunteering was a better investment. Granted, candidates need money to compete, it's just that compared to the limited amount I have to donate, my time and effort has a lot more value.
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Most people go through life dreading they'll have a traumatic experience. Freaks were born with their trauma. They've already passed their test in life. They're aristocrats. - Diane Arbus
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