Why Voting Matters

Why Voting Matters
What the Prophet Meant by a “Free National Ballot”

By Prime Minister NGSKS: Durriyyah Bey
Daughters of Drew Ali

What does it mean to cast a free national ballot? What is the difference between exercising a protected right and participating under a granted privilege?

Drawing on the words of Prophet Noble Drew Ali, Prime Minister NGSKS: Durriyyah Bey explores these questions through Moorish commentary, constitutional references, and political history.

This book explains how a republic can also function as a representative democracy, distinguishes governmental principles from political party names, and examines the history of participation, exclusion, and representation in public office.

Inside the book

• An examination of the Prophet’s supplied passage.

• Expanded explanations of “free national ballot,” “granted privilege,” and “unmolested.”

• Clear definitions of republic, democracy, Republican, and Democrat.

• Historical discussion of Reconstruction, voting barriers, and changing political coalitions.

• A guide to constitutional provisions addressing voting.

• A glossary and numbered source references.

Developed from Episode 41 of Real MOORS Talk, this accessible book supports individual study, family discussion, and classroom exploration of citizenship, rights, and governmental responsibility.