White racism may not be to blame for the existence of a black underclass, and guns may not be to blame for Columbine. On a recent Saturday, I was watching a basketball game between my beloved Duke Blue Devils the University of Maryland Terrapins. With 55 seconds to play, Maryland led by 10 points, and everyone thought the game was, well, over. Except the Duke coaches and players. In the last 55 seconds, Duke scored 10 points, forced the game into overtime, and won.
Sports fans make endless projections.
However, games are played in their entirety regardless of projected outcomes. Just as I did not stop pulling for Duke, responsible citizens vote anyway until the polls close. Even though their presidential candidate may be a lost cause, they support that candidate anyway. Their other favorite candidates may well have a chance. Responsible citizens know the importance of voting.