“The vote is the most powerful instrument ever devised by man for breaking down injustice and destroying the terrible walls which imprison men because they are different from other men.” ~Lyndon B. Johnson Students 18+ register to vote! •Click here to register online •You may also receive forms from Mr. DiCicco •Once registered you can vote for national, state and local level elections. “Bad officials are elected by good citizens who do not vote.” ~George Jean Nathan • You Can Decide ▫ You have a voice, so use it and don’t let other people decide for you. • Its Your Right ▫ People have fought hard their whole lives to vote, and some countries still cant. Don’t take the right for granted. • Representation ▫ Want politicians in office who represent your needs and concerns? Then vote. • Every Vote Counts ▫ Votes can get very close (Governor Election in 2004) • Democracy. For the people, by the people, of the people. ▫ One person can voice everyone’s opinions in one larger voice • “So you get a fresh 'I Voted' sticker!" Reasons to Vote for School Issues Keeping Our School Facilities: • Benefits of small classrooms • Availability of clubs • Availability of sports • Variety of Electives • Class Trips • School Budget Wednesday, April 27 Note: This years election falls on Gateway’s Spring break. If you will be away, (students on Senior Trip) you can and should vote by mail. Click here for form. •Phone: 856.848.8200 •Address: 775 Tanyard Road, Woodbury Heights, NJ 08096 •Gateway’s Website Presentation created by: Kaitlyn Zuzulock