The Authentic Eccentric

I just got back from fulfilling my civic duty at our local polling spot. Things went smoothly and despite some known issues with touch screen voting machines, my final choices appear to have been recorded accurately.

With six hours yet to go, the poll judges said that turnout today was higher than average: over 50% of the district had already voted. Now all there is to do is wait and see whether or not Virginia wants bigotry and fear or freedom and equality.

The best new surprise this year? Curb-side voting for disabled folk. They bring a portable machine right to your car. I, of course, had to go inside - I *love* the voting process and the interaction with my neighbors too much to miss it. I did accept a ride, though - it’s cold and rainy here today, my least favorite weather combination to be out in.

How about you? Did you vote today?

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