Vote Now: Polls Open in Eastern USA

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the opening of polls in the eastern USA during an election, with participants sharing their voting experiences, thoughts on candidates, and concerns about the electoral process. The scope includes personal anecdotes, opinions on voting logistics, and reflections on the political climate.

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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express excitement about voting and the election results, with one noting they will vote right after their class.
  • Others share their voting experiences, including standing in line and using absentee ballots, highlighting different voting processes across states.
  • A participant mentions the use of social media to track voter turnout, noting a significant number of college students reporting their votes.
  • Concerns are raised about potential violence during the election, with multiple participants wishing for a peaceful voting experience.
  • Some participants discuss their opinions on the candidates, with one expressing a desire for Obama to win, while another critiques the portrayal of Obama in the media.
  • There is a mention of local election issues, including dissatisfaction with a county circuit court judge's outdated practices.
  • Humor is present in the discussion, with participants joking about tax cuts and their perceived wealth status.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of excitement and concern regarding the election, with some sharing positive experiences and others voicing critiques about the electoral process and candidates. There is no clear consensus on opinions about the candidates or the effectiveness of local elections.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference different voting methods and experiences, indicating a variety of electoral processes across states. There are also mentions of personal biases and frustrations regarding local governance and candidate choices.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in electoral processes, voting experiences, and the political climate during elections may find this discussion relevant.

  • #121
john16O said:
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  • #122
jimmysnyder said:
I'll help you pack.

Listen, how many times do I have to tell you. When I make bold claims I don't plan on following through on, you zip it mr.
 
  • #124
Cyrus said:
Listen, how many times do I have to tell you. When I make bold claims I don't plan on following through on, you zip it mr.

lol seems like you have a stalker...
 
  • #125
:redface: I caused a scare at my polling place... why? I speak loudly across the gym to my waiting husband: "it's NOT showing my choice!"

My electronic ballot summary said my choice was:
Electoral votes for president: BAR
What? for Barr?

I go back, unselect my choice, reselect my choice, go back to the choice list page:
Electoral votes for president: BAR :rolleyes:

Oh.. okay. They come console me with a printout that shows BAR is for BARACK OBAMA.
I can hit "cast ballot." :blushing:

But: Why can't the dumb machines print the WHOLE name of your choice? And give me a printout with this? :confused:

Honestly, I prefer the scan-trons. Or even the punch-cards. I knew how to use punch cards and check them! Call me paranoid.

Well: Everybody in hearing range at our polling location probably double-checked their selections before casting their ballots. Not necessarily a bad thing. :smile:
 
  • #126
Obama showing 56 - 43 in early Indiana
McCain showing 62 - 36 in Kentucky.
 
  • #127
physics girl phd said:
:redface: I caused a scare at my polling place... why? I speak loudly across the gym to my waiting husband: "it's NOT showing my choice!"

My electronic ballot summary said my choice was:
Electoral votes for president: BAR
What? for Barr?

I go back, unselect my choice, reselect my choice, go back to the choice list page:
Electoral votes for president: BAR :rolleyes:

Oh.. okay. They come console me with a printout that shows BAR is for BARACK OBAMA.
I can hit "cast ballot." :blushing:

But: Why can't the dumb machines print the WHOLE name of your choice? And give me a printout with this? :confused:

Honestly, I prefer the scan-trons. Or even the punch-cards. I knew how to use punch cards and check them! Call me paranoid.

Well: Everybody in hearing range at our polling location probably double-checked their selections before casting their ballots. Not necessarily a bad thing. :smile:


:eek: What if two candidates have the same first name?
 
  • #128
  • #129
I wish I could see how the California Props are doing.
 
  • #130
Cyrus said:
Listen, how many times do I have to tell you. When I make bold claims I don't plan on following through on, you zip it mr.
I should have known. When people say that they usually don't mean it. But then why to they say it? Is it to motivate others to "do as I say, not as I do"?
 
  • #131
Obama 50% McCain 49% in Indiana with 1% of the precincts in
McCain 62% Obama 37% in Kentucky with 1% of the precincts in
 
  • #132
Kentucky was always a lost cause.
 
  • #133
McCain looks to be winning Kentucky.
 
  • #134
Indiana is a really tight race right now.
 
  • #135
Florida poll closes in 13 minutes, then should start reporting.

I hope tonight isn't a nail biter.
 
  • #136
Obama winning Indiana will be huge since Indiana hasn't voted blue since Lyndon Johnson.
 
  • #137
How will I get any work done tonight!
 
  • #138
51-48% in Obama's favor in Indiana right now. 3% in.
 
  • #139
Wow Obama gained serious ground in Kentucky. McCain only leads 51-48% right now.
 
  • #140
Kentucky is really close right now - but only 10% of precincts reporting. Still, CNN award Kentucky to McCain.

10% precincts reporting - 7:03 p.m. EST, Nov 4 '08
McCain 94,554 52%
Obama 86,700 47%

Indiana is close at the beginning

McCain 64,418 50%
Obama 63,236 49%
4% of precincts reporting 7:00 p.m. EST, Nov 4 '08
 
  • #141
LightbulbSun said:
Wow Obama gained serious ground in Kentucky. McCain only leads 51-48% right now.

NBC projects Kentucky a win for McCain based on reporting.
 
  • #142
turbo-1 said:
Ralph Nader thanks you.
I wonder why he would do a thing like that. I always vote for the candidate that I think will do me the most good. If that pleases one or more of the candidates, then so be it, but I don't do it for their sakes. I do it for my own sake. If you vote on different lines, then I thank you.
 
  • #143
Evo<-----wonders if she will have enough chocolate turtles to last the night. :eek:
 
  • #144
Evo said:
Evo<-----wonders if she will have enough chocolate turtles to last the night. :eek:
I wish I could email you some York peppermint patties. I'm trying to show restraint, so they are going slowly.
 
  • #145
My TV is broken. What is a website I can see updated state tallies?
 
  • #146
  • #147
I'm going to open up chat FYI.
https://www.physicsforums.com/chat/flashchat.php
 
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  • #148
Awesome, thanks Greg!
 
  • #149
8:01, MSNBC called PA for Obama, no votes in. They said so far every state they called went the same as in the last election.
 
  • #150
Janus said:
Here in Oregon, where we have vote by mail, if you didn't mail your ballot in by Friday, it won't arrive in time to be counted.(they were mailed out on the 17th of Oct.) However, we do have drop off locations where you can hand deliver your ballot until 8:00pm today. I voted early last week.
Did I read that right: everyone in Oregon votes via mail? Why is that?
 

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