Why this election is important and it's important that you participate even if you are one of those "disappointed in Obama" types:

http://pandacup.tumblr.com/post/35116813855/this-election-is-not-just-about-the-next-four-years

Chris Matthews lays out why Obama needs to win:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3036697/vp/49701374

short version: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3036697/vp/49666867

Even if you vote the other way I'd encourage everyone to participate in democracy, still.

Remember, "VOTE! It's not illegal... yet!"

Some tools to help folks who are new at this:

Info on candidates running in your area:

http://votesmart.org/

Polling location information and what to bring:

http://gottavote.org/