One week from today, please vote!

In the Catholic Tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation.  This obligation is rooted in our baptismal commitment to follow Jesus Christ and to bear Christian witness in all we do.  As the Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us, “It is necessary that all participate, each according to his position and role, in promoting the common good.  This obligation is inherent in the dignity of the human person…As far as possible citizens should take an active part in public life” (nos. 1913-1915) Election 2012 is in full swing with Election Day just 14 days away! Need to know your polling place?   Find it here. Other features include:Zip Search: Enter your zip code and address to find races and candidates relevant to you. Here you will find information on candidates running for President, U.S. House/U.S. Senate, state legislature, and statewide office. Clickable Map: This allows you to browse races and candidates across the country. Use this to see who is on the ballot in districts other than your own. Candidate name search: If you want to search for a specific individual regardless of state or district, use the “Candidate Last Name Search” tool. Entering a last name into the search field will show you all the candidates with that last name, allowing you to select the one you desire to see. YOU COUNT!  Be sure to vote on November 6th!