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Rhiannon12866

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2. I think that's an excellent idea, too

Mon Jan 14, 2019, 02:53 AM

Jan 2019

There are additional reasons for low turnout, but I've long supported making it a national holiday, think that could make a significant difference.

And during the last election, I was amazed when I read that so many DUers had already voted well ahead of time. Here in New York, we have to show up at the polling place on election day. It's also tough for elderly voters. I went door-to-door for my congressman, had a lot of senior citizens on my "turf" and was surprised at how many had already voted absentee. Those are the only two options...

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Governor Cuomo: It's time to reform New York's antiquated election laws. [View all] Rhiannon12866 Jan 2019 OP

I really like this governor AlexSFCA Jan 2019 #1

I think that's an excellent idea, too Rhiannon12866 Jan 2019 #2

California is now automatic voter registration state AlexSFCA Jan 2019 #3

We have absentee voting too and... WePurrsevere Jan 2019 #4

Seniors are reliable voters and I was impressed with those who had thought to vote absentee Rhiannon12866 Jan 2019 #6

I'm always surprised at non-voters... WePurrsevere Jan 2019 #8

I absolutely love his wish list! I haven't... WePurrsevere Jan 2019 #5

So do I! I remember that in the last election he didn't do well here Upstate. Rhiannon12866 Jan 2019 #7