Just for everyone's information, I voted in Chicago on the butterfly
ballot. It was VERY confusing! It was only for the judges, but I am a
maniac and vote fairly informed on those races as well. I had 3 or 4
judges I definitely needed to retain. One was a gay brother who can
always use a vote. I had every intention of complaining, once the
election was over, to the powers that be.
I do not care how long it takes, nor do I care if three or four more
states warrant recounts - DO IT ! Get it right and nobody can bitch
about it. I am wavering on a re-vote, although I know it would probably
help my candidate. I believe that in 1996 there were over 14,000 votes
disqualified, but this is still a significant increase in an election
that may be won by less than one half of one percent. This is a 40%
increase in disqualifications, that is important. I also think only
those that voted the first time should vote this time and I would limit
it to the county in question. My feelings against a re-vote is legally
really is no precedent and I also don't want to be a sore loser.
Finally, at this point also no matter who wins that candidate must
bring the country together since this was a virtual heat. That would be
the responsible thing to do. I am betting that unless that person is
through the roof popular and successful, we'll see a new president in
four years. Especially if Gore wins, I don't think Americans will vote
for the same party to be in office for a 16th year in a row. Just like
the market, politics are also cyclical.
Anyway, my fellow Americans lets keep our wits about us. If we can't
pick between these two perhaps I should just be appointed or anointed -
you choose!
Peace
Susan
NPIMH - "Susan" by the Buckinghams (possible new national anthem)
