Don’t forget to vote tomorrow in the presidential election. The Douglas County clerk’s website includes information about precincts and polling locations (with maps, too).
We as Americans are so lucky to have the privilege of choosing our own leaders. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!
While I’m sure that most of you have already decided who you will be voting for in the Presidential election, there are other issues to consider as well. To find out more information, use the resources below. If this is your first time voting, I have also added the link for a sample ballot so you can see what the actual ballot will look like, and a link to the map that shows your polling place. Be sure to bring a photo ID that includes the address you used when you registered.
Kansas Commission on Judicial Performance (you will have to select your county; There are quite a few judges up for retention here in Douglas County, so you may want to write down a list to take with you into the voting booth)
League of Women Voters Statement on Lawrence Transit (they present the “yes” position)
League of Women Voters (the Douglas County chapter)
Sample Ballot for Douglas County (I would imagine that other Kansas counties include similar PDFs; go to the website for your county clerk)
Polling Places and Districts (you’ll need to search for your registration)
If you have any questions about the voting process I would be happy to answer them!
If you are looking for an easy way to learn about the platforms and positions of the 2008 presidential candidates, here are a few resources to help with your quest. Of course, don’t forget to check the official websites for the candidates (John McCain and Barack Obama). It’s very important to vote according to their stated positions, so get informed! If you haven’t registered yet, go to Rock the Vote, fill out the registration form, and mail it at least 15 days before the election on Tuesday, November 4th.
On the Issues – This resource allows you to browse by candidate name, by major issue (i. e. abortion, the environment, Iraq War, etc.), and by other topics in the news (i.e. school prayer, affirmative action, death penalty, etc.).
Vote Smart – This site has details about candidates’ voting records, including the names of specific bills.
Council on Foreign Relations, Campaign 2008 – This website deals specifically with foreign relations including the candidates’ positions on the Iraq war, nuclear proliferation, the conflict in Israel/Palestine, genocide in Darfur, and other hot topics across the globe.
And, for a humorous take on the election, here is a link to the SNL video of Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s parody of Republican VP candidate Sarah Palin and Senator Hillary Clinton.
