Talk It Over: Election 2008

Voter's Survival Kit: Discuss The Issues

By Scott Bittle on September 9, 2008

This is the place to talk over the issues, policies and problems facing our nation as we prepare to go to the polls for Election 2008. Registered users' comments are posted immediately; other comments are posted subject to editorial review. Registration is free, quick and easy - click here to get started.

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On September 18, 2008 Anonymous says:

you rock

On October 15, 2008 Anonymous says:

were screwed either way

On October 17, 2008 Anonymous says:

how are we screwed

On September 22, 2008 Anonymous says:

this is a great page

On November 21, 2008 Anonymous says:

agreed

On October 28, 2008 Anonymous says:

All US citizens should respect the election process. I think we get the kind of government we deserve because we either don't study all the local and regional issues before voting, or don't vote at all.

There is a process that must be followed when voting. If more people understood that, and waited their turn in line, the lines would go faster.

When I worked at the polls last election, people were acting like there were three lines instead of three election judges and got angry when we stopped and made them identify themselves and write down their signature. That's inexcusable.

Understand there are three steps to take before casting your ballot. First to show your proof of identification, second to write your signature, third to get a ballot.

When you arrive at the polls, have your identification ready, make sure you are properly identified, then sign your name, and then see that it's verified by the election judges. Only then can you take the ballot they give you and vote.

I didn't realize until the last Primary election I was involved in how many US citizens are ignorant of the election process and wanted to vote without identifying themselves.

Ask for, and read, a sample ballot while you're waiting in line. The city, state, and county elections are going to affect you more than who's running for President. If we all do this, we can get the kind of government we want, instead of the government we've had.