brandymac27 Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 it's not too late, hh. It's one day out of 365, I know it's rough, I know the system isn't set up to handle this turnout but if I was you, I'd go talk to my boss right now and tell him what happened. Tell him you waited and they wouldn't let you call so you came in but you still need to get to the polls. I know you're angry, I understand, my polling place has been 2 hour waits all day long but give it another shot, it's worth having your vote. I agree with this. I feel really bad that you didn't get to vote. I don't know what time the polls close there, but maybe your boss would let you take an early lunch/dinner break to go. Tell him/her you'll stay a little late (if your willing to do this) if you run late. I would definitely try to negotiate something with your boss if the polls haven't yet closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teller Posted November 4, 2008 Author Share Posted November 4, 2008 You didn't fail dude, the voting system in WV failed. That said, always vote early in 20 years I've never once regretted it. I think I will next time. Regardless of how I do it, I'll have a battle plan next time for sure. It's my own fault, but I figured five times the longest amount of time I had ever waited would be enough. I agree with this. I feel really bad that you didn't get to vote. I don't know what time the polls close there, but maybe your boss would let you take an early lunch/dinner break to go. Tell him/her you'll stay a little late (if your willing to do this) if you run late. I would definitely try to negotiate something with your boss if the polls haven't yet closed. Thanks Brandy, but like I said before, I'm an hour away from my polling place, so that's an hour up, an hour back, and a minimum of four hours to vote. Ain't happening. Also, my ex-wife just came from my old polling place (where I NEVER waited, not even for a second) and she said the officials there told her a minimum of 2 1/2 hours. Good luck entertaining a 5-year old and 2-year old for that long. Damn it. I love that so many people care about this election, but there's two votes for Obama that won't be cast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tastes Like Chicken Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 it's not too late, hh. It's one day out of 365, I know it's rough, I know the system isn't set up to handle this turnout but if I was you, I'd go talk to my boss right now and tell him what happened. Tell him you waited and they wouldn't let you call so you came in but you still need to get to the polls. I know you're angry, I understand, my polling place has been 2 hour waits all day long but give it another shot, it's worth having your vote. You have until 7:30 to get in line, if this option is possible. If not, don't beat yourself up over this. You went, you tried your best. Now quickly call 5 McCain supporters and tell them voting has been extended til midnight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 I'm assuming that your work schedule won't let you go after work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toe Jam Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 That sucks man. Really sorry to hear that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teller Posted November 4, 2008 Author Share Posted November 4, 2008 I'm assuming that your work schedule won't let you go after work? No. I get off at 10 tonight. Our polls in WV close at 7:30. I'm just so gotdamn frustrated. I know I miscalculated. It's my fault. I admit that. But this election, and coming to my decision on who to vote for this time around, was in some ways life changing. I know that sounds ridiculous, but these two years have been filled with trial -- and as a result -- personal growth. I felt like today was supposed to be the culmination of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandymac27 Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 No. I get off at 10 tonight. Our polls in WV close at 7:30.I'm just so gotdamn frustrated. I know I miscalculated. It's my fault. I admit that. But this election, and coming to my decision on who to vote for this time around, was in some ways life changing. I know that sounds ridiculous, but these two years have been filled with trial -- and as a result -- personal growth. I felt like today was supposed to be the culmination of that. I know you wanted to vote, especially with all you went through in coming to your decision. But, I think you should be proud of yourself regardless. Not everyone is fortunate enough to say to themselves that they were able to learn and grow from this experience. I think you probably got more out of this election than any of us to a certain degree, so don't be down on yourself. You actually did everything that all of us SHOULD have done. You have nothing to feel bad about IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VASkins540 Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 No. I get off at 10 tonight. Our polls in WV close at 7:30.I'm just so gotdamn frustrated. I know I miscalculated. It's my fault. I admit that. But this election, and coming to my decision on who to vote for this time around, was in some ways life changing. I know that sounds ridiculous, but these two years have been filled with trial -- and as a result -- personal growth. I felt like today was supposed to be the culmination of that. No, it's not your fault. There's a reason it's called Election Day and not Election Week. This is on the system. They've had four years to set this **** up so it works efficiently and they've failed miserably. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the krabber Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 h_h...if you werent wearing that damn hat, I think you coulda gotten to the polls in time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GibbsFactor Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reic Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 Don't worry hog, I voted for Obama twice, I got you covered Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Harris Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 tmk is spot on hog. sorry about your story. i had to wait a half hour today, and that's 30 minutes more than i've had to wait during previous elections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USS Redskins Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 23 pages of posts and you didnt even vote? wow! at least you tried. I hate to ask but didnt you think about voting absentee, since the polling place is so far away? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sisko Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Don't sweat it H_H. Things happen sometimes. Next time you'll know though. Here's hoping Obama's health plan and middle class tax cuts help you and our economy out. FWIW I've taken the same ideological journey you have. I'll be watching the GOP closely over the next few years to see if they can win my vote back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cphil006 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Would a tax cut help us? Maybe we need the tax to fund the government in order to get us out of debt and help the dollar... make our money worth more... :dunno: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cphil006 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Would a tax cut help us? Maybe we need the tax to fund the government in order to get us out of debt and help the dollar... make our money worth more...:dunno: ANyone have any opinion on this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teller Posted November 5, 2008 Author Share Posted November 5, 2008 I know you wanted to vote, especially with all you went through in coming to your decision. But, I think you should be proud of yourself regardless. Not everyone is fortunate enough to say to themselves that they were able to learn and grow from this experience. I think you probably got more out of this election than any of us to a certain degree, so don't be down on yourself. You actually did everything that all of us SHOULD have done. You have nothing to feel bad about IMO. *speechless* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMK9973 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 H_H - The web site is down, so I can't seem to create a new one. But just hope this is not the news story tomorrow with you http://www.cnnbcvideo.com/index.html?nid=ZD69_eXmeVLKEYQDUGxsLDM5MDYyMjQ-&referred_by=11254905-_7XF2ix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamyesme1111 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 So you kind-of are taking the "whats better for me" approach instead of the "whats better for my country"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techboy Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 ANyone have any opinion on this? Maybe you should allow more than 30 seconds for a response? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Harris Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 ANyone have any opinion on this? dude, you asked that question at 8:10, then quoted yourself, wondering why no one was answering you at....8:10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seabee1973 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Sorry you didnt get to vote Its frustrating standing in line that long and not getting to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjcdaman Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 You have nothing to feel bad about Except for stating that he would not vote for a candidate that did not visit his state only to change his vote because the handouts that he sees coming his way are way to difficult to pass up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinfan2k Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Where is Mike in Alexandria? He still hasn't answered the question from yesterday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 HH--I've been waiting to get home from work to share this with you--you didn't fail at all. I read your post this morning about not voting, and I was so excited about this vote and the atmosphere around here is ecletric in a good way like I haven't seen for as long as I can remember, and I shared your deep regret for your cirumstance. Anyway, I had a football bud who is very poltically apathetic and hasn't voted for president since Clinton I. He has been registered though. I told him your whole story (and he knows about me & ES) and asked him if he wanted to ride with me to drop my ballot off in the box as the City Hall polling area in our community and he agreed. He also went ahead and cast a vote for Obama in proxy for you. :cool: He never would have voted for himself. So you did vote today after all bud. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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