I just got all fixed up for voting tomorrow, identifying the candidates who will be on my ballot in my wee little town. I had thought I'd probably get more information in the mail, like I did in the past in California, but all I got was from the GEO at University of Michigan.
It took a while to figure out who was running for congress and for the house in my town. I guess I shouldn't be surprised that there is just a Republican on the ballot for state representative here.
Anyway, I'm ready. Now just nine more hours to wait. Hopefully the lines won't be too crazy first thing in the morning here. I'm inclined to agree with folks who are arguing that states that don't allow for early voting are effectively doing the same as charging a poll tax for people who want to vote in person, if you have to stand and wait for several hours to cast your vote.
Ah, a friend just sent helpful information -- there's a website that will show you your ballot ahead of time if you're a Michigan voter, and links to lots of information. It's PUBLIUS. I'll never get over the whole romanticization of ancient Graeco-Roman civilization as the original seat of democracy in light of its profound inequalities, but never mind the name. It's super useful.
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I agree with Ms. Katie Sparrow--voting day should be a holiday, for sure. My neighbor was in line ahead of us this morning, but had to leave because she had to be to work. I hope she makes it back tonight.
Another friend's mother is stranded downstate due to a medical condition and can't make it back to the U.P. to vote. Disenfranch-who?
Who loses here? Those with inflexible schedules, including union workers, shift workers of all types, and on and on.
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