Almost There: Election Day

Preparing for a record turn out.

By Stephanie Agresta

There is no question that voter turn out on Election Day 2008 will be one of the highest on record. The country has been immersed in presidential politics for over 18 months. In some states, early voting has been a popular trend (with experts predicting that nearly a third of the electorate will cast an early vote in this presidential race). Others will head to their local school, community center or church on November 4th to make their choice. Regardless of how you do it and who you vote for, WE Vote '08 is glad you do it! Thank you!!

WE Vote '08 has been committed to encouraging women to register to vote and get involved in the process.  We've explored stories of women who prior to this election were detached from the voting experience. We've provided valuable information about registration deadlines and gathered supporters from across the country to tell their friends, organize voter registration parties and blog about the project.

It has been an amazing and fun experience for me personally. I love voting because of the way it makes me feel.  My involvement in this project has meant so much to me because I enjoy sharing my enthusiasm with others. Maybe I'm a sap, but the fact is, I get a bit choked up when I vote. It makes me feel connected to the values of this country, to my community and to the idea that we can collectively make a difference. I love reviewing the sample ballot that comes via mail and heading to the local First Aid squad building on Election Day.  I chat up the kind folks who manage the check in process and get all warm and fuzzy after I complete my civic duty. As we say in Internet speak, I heart voting!

News agencies and polling companies have been reporting concerns that young people who are registered to vote won't make the effort on the actual day to go through with the process.  Regardless of your age, if you're reading this and you've registered but feel to busy to head to your voting facility - I implore you - please go.  You will feel great!

Big thanks to all those that supported this project. Stay tuned next week for the final chapter in the Aliza Sherman voting journey when we learn all about her experiences on November 4th.