I voted for Obama today in Georgia

[Joanne98]

by AMfromATL
Mon Sep 22, 2008 at 08:58:45 AM PDT
And boy, was the turnout fantastic! I keep hearing that some believe that Georgia is not worth fighting for Obama, but I am here to tell you that we are still fighting to turn Georgia Blue!

AMfromATL's diary :: ::
The polls opened at 8 AM EDT. I arrived about 8:15 AM and the parking lot was almost full. Driving in, there was a man with an Obama and Jim Martin (D) sign. Martin is running for Senate to replace Saxby Chambliss – (R). I waved to him in support.

The office was staffed sufficiently. I was greeted by a worker who directed me to the forms to fill out for Absentee Ballot - no reason necessary. Afterwards, I went to another location where my ID was taken and my electronic voting card was given to me.

Talk about being nervous! Of course, the first choice was for President of the United States. I can't describe my feelings of seeing Barack Obama and Joe Biden's name as a choice. I wanted to laugh, cry and sing at the same time! I stayed focused, making sure I chose the correct box on the touch screen. I continued voting the ballot, selecting Democrats all the way. At the end, you get a last chance to verify your selection before casting your ballot. I lingered over Barack Obama's name for a few moments. Again, I can't describe the feeling. I then touched the "Cast Ballot" button.

We have done it! For myself, and the dozens and dozens that were there with me, we share the joy of knowing that we FINALLY got to vote for our man! I know that many more voters will come to vote early in the days to come. CNN was also there, interviewing ecstatic voters. I can't say scientifically, but I believe the majority of us voting were for Obama.

Outside, it was like a social scene. I ran into fellow Obama volunteers, and make new friends. We are now empowered to make sure everyone takes advantage of the Absentee Ballot - no reason period.

For my fellow Georgians, here is the link for more information:

Georgia Election Center

So, you go out there and early/absentee vote, donate, volunteer, GOTV or what ever you can do to make sure your state elects Barack Obama to the Presidency of the United States. For my part, from now until election day, I will be making sure others can vote for themselves.

P.S. If you can come to Georgia to volunteer to GOTV, this is a wonderful time. You can register to vote and vote on the same day between September 22 - October 6. So, if you have the time, and your state can spare you, get your butts down here! Fifteen EV's can go for Obama if we get as many early voters to the polls!

http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/9/22/113612/098/724/606427

[writes3000]

1. Wow, this made me excited. I wish we didn't have e-voting in this country.

As we've seen this past week, we cannot trust the ruling party, period.

But thanks for the encouraging post.