Make your voice heard

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Posted on Oct 04 2020 in Southern Indiana Power
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Steve Seibert
STEVE SEIBERT, CEO

There’s an old political saying, “if you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu.” This adage is the perfect answer to the question, “why vote?” It’s a blunt description of what happens when you don’t engage in the political process. 

If you don’t vote, you’re not only missing the opportunity to support a candidate who shares your views and concerns, you’re allowing others to chart a course that impacts your future. 

Your vision, your vote

While local elections may not be as exciting as the high-profile presidential election, they are just as critical. Local elections have a direct impact on your community and on your quality of life. 

Like those at the national level, local elections represent who we are as a community, and more importantly, where we want to go. Whether it’s an election for a mayor, sheriff, state representative, school board, or an electric co-op board member, your vision for the community is tied to your vote. 

Voting keeps elected officials accountable. Elections are a direct and tangible source of feedback. For example, Southern Indiana Power board members provide strategic guidance on the direction of the co-op and how it serves the community. Local board members embody the voice and identity of the community.

In sync with the community

Ultimately, the role of the co-op board is governance. While day-to-day decisions are made by our employees, bigger decisions are made by the board, whose mission is look out for the vitality of the co-op and the members we serve. Southern Indiana Power board members provide their perspective on community priorities, thereby enabling us to make more informed decisions on long-term investments.

By voting in national, state and local elections, you are serving as a role model for your family, friends and colleagues. The act of voting demonstrates your support for the community and helps officials chart a course for the future. Democracy is not a spectator sport. Research candidates, learn about issues that are on the ballot and get out and vote.