Did my civic duty and voted. Wished that I hadn't registered as a Democrat, since the Democratic primary ballot was pretty dull. I mean, Gray Davis? Although I guess I might as well as vote for someone who represents the Dull Constituency. Looks like the conservative Republicans got what they wanted anyway, so there was no need for me to vote strategically anyway. The thought of "be careful what you wish for" did cross my mind, but I think it applies to both sides. We'll see in November.
It was hard to make a decision on the local offices based on only the statements in the voter's pamphlet. I should've taken a look at their websites, but my sense of civic responsibility only went so far. All the propositions were either boring or flat out silly. Yes on the environment and education, and no for everything else.
A couple of little old ladies ran the polling place in the next apartment complex over. I wonder how many chad jokes they had to listen to throughout the day.
Posted by mikewang on 05:54 PM