October 28, 2008 - It is exactly one week before the long awaited 2008 Presidential election in the United States. As an American citizen, do you have the information you need to know in the voting booth?

Read the Sikh Coalition's Voter Guide for Sikh Americans to find answers to questions that weren't asked in the debates.

In a groundbreaking effort for our community, the Sikh Coalition this year convinced U.S. presidential candidates to respond to a questionnaire about Sikh concerns.

Historically, this is the first time that candidates have felt compelled to speak directly to Sikh American voters. It is a mark of the Sikh community's increasing political and voting power in the United States.

The Sikh Coalition's Sikh American Voter Guide includes information about how and where to vote on Election Day, summaries of proposed laws that affect Sikh interests, and the presidential candidates' answers to our questionnaire. Of the 13 candidates running for president of the United States, a total of five responded to the Coalition's questionnaire - including one of the two major party candidates.

Due to the Sikh Coalition's 501(c)(3) status, the Sikh Coalition does not endorse any specific political candidate. We cannot give you advice about whom you should vote for. We are a non-partisan, tax-exempt organization.

Our candidate questionnaire was provided to both the major party candidates in November 2007. Since then, the Sikh Coalition has provided all candidates multiple and repeated opportunities to answer its questionnaire. Our Voter Guide reflects the answers of the candidates who responded to our questionnaire.

Just as the Gurus left the care of the Sikh quam to the Khalsa Panth, the future of America is now up to its people to decide. As Sikh Americans, you must make your voice heard by casting your vote.

Review this guide, read through the candidates' websites and make an informed decision.

Do your part and VOTE on November 4th!