Don’t vote, can’t complain

I’m responding to Ken Campbell’s March 8th letter (“Pulling a Pelosi”), in which he announced unwillingness to comply with Washington state law that requires voters in the presidential primary ballot to identify with a political party.

Ironically, his letter appeared directly below an article by two elected officials (one a D, the other an R) explaining the affiliation requirement. Mr. Campbell’s comments clearly indicated his opposition by stating he and his wife wouldn’t cast a vote - making the decision public in the letter. It took some courage to do so, even if mine is the only public response.

I am not trying to retaliate against the Campbells. I am reacting to the effect of withdrawing from the elective process because you don’t accept the rules. I respect a decision not to vote or objecting to the party affiliation condition. But the current ones will govern until modified by our Legislature. As a voter in this primary, I suggest a question to those who complain about the outcome of an election: DID YOU VOTE?

Terry Sullivan

Spokane