I voted today! Ohio Primary Day is Next Tuesday, May 6.
Previous to today, I had never voted at the Board of Elections in my County.
The last 5-10 years I have mostly voted absentee; before that at my precinct, which used to be just up the block from my home.
Initially, I didn't think there was enough to bother with in this years Democratic primary, even though I have always voted in every election that comes along.
I gradually came to realize that there were choices to be made among Dem. candidates and that it was important to vote for the best candidates, even though I live in a very red district and chances of the Dem. winning in the general will be slight.
I believe it's important to support our candidates- those willing to make themselves available to represent their values in public office.
Anyway, the whole process was easy; the ballot was the same one I would have used as an absentee voter.
There were a number of people voting - perhaps they are ones who will be poll workers on Tuesday.
I know I'm speaking to the choir here, but I do encourage all Dems to get out and vote, either as an early voter or at the poll on Tuesday.
You'll feel good that you did. I know I'm glad I voted.
