Please go out and vote on Tuesday, June 26.

The Norwood News does not endorse candidates for political office and will not do so as long as we remain a nonprofit publication. However, we are happy to endorse the very democratic act of voting.

There is a reason why the Bronx is often overlooked and under-represented by our elected officials — very few of us actually go out to the polls to vote them in or out of office. Often less than 10 percent of eligible voters cast votes in our borough’s city and state elections.

What that means is that elected officials only have to please the select few folks who vote. Granted, those exceptional people are often well-informed voters. But it still means 90 percent of those who should have a say, do not.

It’s time to let our voices be heard on Tuesday, June 26.

If you haven’t been paying close attention there is a huge race going on in the 13th Congressional District, which (ONE MORE TIME, ALL TOGETHER NOW!) now includes a significant section of the Bronx, including almost the entire Norwood News coverage area, places like Norwood, Bedford Park, University Heights and Kingsbridge Heights. (YOUR NEIGHBORHOODS!)

It’s a highly competitive race with lots of implications. We implore you to read our coverage, which you can find here. You can watch the entire debate here. And here’s our voter guide to help you navigate the voting process.

We are not going to tell you who to vote for. That part is up to you. But let the powers that be know that you’re paying attention and that they have to pay attention to you. Let your voice be heard.

Oh, and in case we forgot to mention it, the primary is Tuesday, June 26. Get out and vote.

Editor’s note: A version of this editorial appears in the June 14-27 print edition of the Norwood News.