I don't vote. And in reality in the states I'm in my vote wouldn't really matter. That's a philosophical stance I have. Theologically, I tend to hold an Anabaptist stance towards interaction with civil society, but that would take a book to explain. Which I will recommend the two that have influenced this stance I hold Artists, Citizens, Philosophers:Seeking the Peace of the City and Jesus for President. When people ask who I'm going to vote for I say "Jesus." Which gets me some sanctimonious and strange looks.
I do believe in working for the good of society, but I think that should be accomplished through the efforts of the church, not the government. I don't believe in legislating change or morality; I think those things should be lived. In a way, misplacing our hope political process instead of Christ is our way of copping out of our responsibility as a church. Like anything, this is my opinion, but I want to link you to a couple interesting thoughts on voting and political engagement. Blessings.
David Lipscomb on Voting
Why Vote?
