November 4, 2008
The Silent Majority…..
I have just returned from the polls. I arrived at the polls prior to 6 a.m. with the thought there would be few people that early. I live in a very Republican district in an affluent area where folks can vote at their leisure. I was greeted this morning with a line of over 100 people already waiting.
On my way in from the parking lot, I surveyed the vehicles looking for party affiliations via bumper stickers. None of the cars had any political bumper stickers. Throughout the Fall, I have felt that Republican political yard signs were far fewer than in 2000 and 2004. During this racially charged campaign, I believe most people’s true beliefs have not be worn on their sleeves, much less displayed in their yards or on their automobiles. Call me a Pollyanna, but I think Virginia will defy the polls and a silent majority will vote for McCain.
Jamie Lee Chafin said,
November 4, 2008 @ 6:31 pm
It is now 6:15 pm. My wife and I arrived at the polls at 5:30 a.m. I was absolutely shocked to see at least 200 folks already in line….all of them wanting their voices to be heard by exercising their right to vote. As I stood their waiting patiently for my turn, I couldn’t help but think of the recent events I saw on the local television station.
The report was on Gov. Kaine’s efforts to allow convicted felons to “regain” their right to vote. The report went on to say that those felons who hadcommitted a non-violent offense, the process was very easy..just sign a few forms and off to vote you go. For those convicted of a violent crime…not to worry..we got you covered also, but it will take a few more steps.
Then there was the report broadcasting live from the Richmond City Jail and how they were going to get their chance to vote as well. For pete sakes,people, they are in jail.
It truly amazed me to what lengths a society will go to create an historic event…in the name of record voter turnout.
I looked around the crowd I was with and wondered if they realized any of these facts! I hope Gov. Kaine is disappointed with the outcome of today’s election.