As a very young person my father told me one time that a wise man change his mind, a fool never does. I've learned to expand upon that, because the simplicity of the statement is less than fully adequate. The true inflection of the statement is that I should have the sense to fully understand the consequences of my planned action, and while forming a plan I should pursue all necessary information to come to an informed decision. While seeking information my mind must be open to seeing flaws in the original concept that gave birth to the plan.

Now, how do I apply that to making decisions about voting? I do not make it more difficult than necessary. If a politician is changing his mind, flip-flopping, should I trust him? It really is not a matter of trust, it is a matter of competency! Do I want one who does not investigate thoroughly enough to take a correct or proper stand? My answer is always No Way! He may have future decision's more demanding and urgent than the one he flip-flopped on. That could be very detrimental to family and country! I repeat, NO WAY do I need that one making decisions upon my behalf!