Politicians make promises.  I think it’s time for the rest of us make some election promises too.  Here is what I pledge about my own actions before elections, when I vote, and in whatever happens after that.  I’m going to start today, even while much chatter about the first debate fills the air.  I invite you to take the pledge with me. My 2020 Election Pledge of Peace I will put this in God’s hands and trust that none of this is beyond His knowledge, power, and ability to make all things work together for the good of those who love Him. I will listen to the concerned people in my life so I can understand and know them better.  I will express care and love toward them, even if we disagree on politics. I will be peaceful in words and actions before, during, and after the election.  I will pray for those who are so angry or so afraid that they choose behaviors harmful to themselves or to others. I will speak respectfully ABOUT people who vote differently than I vote.  I will speak respe