With all the polls and other election news, it might sum up the election has already been decided, so why should you bother voting? I feel your vote will count so please vote on Nov. 4.

First of all, in the past, I have seen many polls not be accurate. Another factor is the type of spending used by each candidate. Sen. John McCain, I believe, is true to his character and said he would abide by federal financing with its limitation. Sen. Barack Obama, first of all, agreed to abide but then changed his mind. That is why Sen. Obama is able to spend so much money. That is very obvious and even the media has mentioned this fact. John McCain wants to show voters that consideration. All of these, plus other factors, will likely show as the election nears. So, my friends, it will depend on your answer to the question: Which candidate do you trust?

These are complicated times with our economy and other factors like foreign policy. I have been considering all factors and praying much. There is no doubt that John McCain has shown his loyalty and allegiance to our country and his integrity is also absolute. There is no doubt in my mind John McCain deserves my vote. What about Sen. Obama? I want to be wrong, but I have never heard him demonstrating that type of loyalty and allegiance . If I am in error, I would welcome your help.

Also, one other plus for McCain is his choice of Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate. She has been tested under fire in many different capacities and is of unquestionable integrity. And her fairness to the voters she serves was clearly demonstrated by their 80 percent approval rating. If any eventuality makes her our president, I will gladly welcome her. That is the confidence I have in Sarah Palin.

Finally, I am a Christian and I have prayed to our almighty God to look with favor upon them. But, yes, as a Christian I pray “Not my will but Thy will be done.” I will accept God’s answer to my prayer, whatever it might be. Please join me in voting on Nov. 4.

Tiny Brandt

chairman

Freeborn County

Republican Party

Albert Lea