I Did It Early
This presidential election is one for the history books. Regardless of who wins history will be made. We will either have the first female Vice President or the first African - American President in the White House. And I have to admit that I didn't think I would see this day in my lifetime - well at least not before I was an octogenarian.
I know that Dr. Martin Luthur King, Jr. had a dream but the dream has been deferred for women and people of color for so long I really have been pretty pessimistic about the whole thing. This Presidential Election truly is that dream come true. Another truly refreshing aspect of this election is the increase in political participation by the American public. I cannot remember another election that has had so many people talking, learning about the issues and adamant about "their" candidates. I cannot wait to see the number people that come out to vote on election day.
But I do not want to be out there. On Election Day. At the polls. I have a feeling that all of the new voters and the momentum caused by the election will be reflected at the polls next Tuesday. Rather than make myself crazy waiting in line for who knows how long I decided to vote today. Here are some photos from the experience.
I am proud to say that after waiting in line for an hour and a half (45 minutes in the freezing cold) I excercised my right to vote. And although I don't use my blog to push any political candidate, I hope that the best man wins.
I want to end by saying regardless of your political party I implore you to Get Out and Vote! Every vote matters. Our nation is depending on you!
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Comments
Good for you! Love your shirt!
I must say that is a lovely photo of you.
Zee
Indeed. This is likely compounded by candidates that more accurately represent and resonate with the American public. I am mostly apolitical, in the world and on my blog-but the sociological impact of this election has captivated me. I'm eagerly anticipating change.
You look lovely as ever in your tee and jeans!
sofakinghaute ;)
What I love about you Renee, is that although you obviously support your candidate with great ferver, you do it in a way that shows your main concern is about this country, and you don't alienate any of us crazy conservatives!
I hope our lines aren't that long on election day! Luckily I'm in a small town!
I'm voting absentee (no early voting in Michigan)...but I am hand delivering it this time, instead of mailing it in. I don't want to deal with the crowds either, especially since I live in a very Republican part of town, not sure I could handle all of the conservative chit-chat while I wait in line with a 4 year old in tow ;)
Election Day falls on my bday this year...so my guy has to win, right? ;)
Swing by my blog, I'm having a giveaway:)
Bella
Love the photo and the shirt!
and yes, you look nice in that photo.
lol@ "You Baracked The Vote". that's one i'd never heard.
trisha
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Hey can I use your image on my blog again?... good cause I already did it ;)
I LOVE your new template and design, you are doing so well and you so deserve it! You are a fantastic blogger.
Kudos to you. We are in Michigan and have to wait until Nov 4. But just like the Jacksons "I'll Be There".
MiVida
And, if you don't mind me commenting...let's hope we do NOT see our first female VP. I'm afraid if those two get in there we're doomed.
GOBAMA!