Tips for a Stress-Free Voting Day!

November 3, 2008     Posted in HaHa, Reality

j0384874.jpgElection day is right around the corner and I am sure many of you are already stressed and panicked about it. Here’s a list from huliq.com with some tips for ensuring your voting is as stress free as possible.


By Mandy

These people are pretty serious about making sure their election day runs smoothly, but here are some ideas to make sure your election day is overall AWESOME!

They say… “Vote early if you can.”

We say… Smoke pot early if you can.

They say… “Do not wear T-Shirts or other paraphernalia in support of your candidate. In most states, “political activity” is not allowed within 50 feet of a building used for voting.”

We say… Be proud of your candidate! Rock that ‘Barack My World‘ or ‘McCain Is My Homeboy‘ T-Shirts! Are they REALLY gonna arrest you for showin’ some U.S.A pride?! I think not. Just don’t rally or anything, they might arrest you for that.

They say… “Make sure you’re registered, before you vote. There are reports that thousands of names have been purged from voter polls.”

We say... They’ve got a point. You don’t wanna show up all pumped to make your mark on history only to find that your name has been PURGED. Check out www.canivote.org to make sure you’re still legit to vote.

They say…”Plan ahead. Locate your polling place with this map finder in advance so getting there will be a snap.”

We say… Get lost! It’s a legit reason to miss class, or work: “I’m sorry, professor, I was on my way to vote and couldn’t find my polling place!”

They say…”Take family and friends with you. Carpool to avoid parking and traffic, and make sure all your loved ones get to be a part of this important event in history.”

We say… Ok, I totally support carpooling cuz it saves the environment, but the REAL reason to bring people with you is so you don’t die of boredom in line (and so when you take tequila shots – you know, to pass the time – you aren’t drinking alone). So bring buddies with you to collectively make fun of the extreme righties or lefties you see roaming around…and to share a few celebratory shots with.

9 Comments on "Tips for a Stress-Free Voting Day!"

  1. Jessica says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 200811:08 am 

    Actually, they can arrest you is you cause a scene and enter any building where polling is taking place wearing anything, or even talking about a certain candidate or issue. It's called electioneering. Don't push it.

    As for going to the polls high, only if you're voting for Ron Paul.

  2. hellooooo says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 200811:14 am 

    def. going to the polls high. good advice!

  3. meg says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 200811:18 am 

    "As for going to the polls high, only if you’re voting for Ron Paul."

    LOLOLOL!!

  4. bandit says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 200811:19 am 

    Yeahh, electioneering is actually serious business, and you'll be asked to leave if you are wearing a shirt or other blatant election paraphanelia. granted, you can change and come back, but save yourself some time and just don't do it! at least bring a jacket or something in case you're asked to cover your campaign shirts, buttons, etc.

  5. Rebecca says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 200812:13 pm 

    I have worked the polls since I was old enough.

    DO NOT WEAR ANY ELECTION APPAREL OR ANYTHING WITHIN 50 FEET OF THE POLLING PLACE. If you do, YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO VOTE UNLESS YOU COVER IT UP OR REMOVE.

    That was just really horrible advice. I hope people don't lose their chance to vote or have to wait longer because of this.

  6. thestorysofar says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 200812:42 pm 

    i was going to say the same thing about election apparel. BAD idea.

    if youre registered in NY you can use this site to make sure you're registered and find your polling place: https://voterlookup.elections.state.ny.us/

  7. Jes- USouthAL says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 20085:44 pm 

    yea, definitely have to agree on the electioneering.

    they will force you to leave and you will have to come back later wearing appropriate clothes to vote.

    terrible advice there guys… sorry.

  8. Mara says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 20086:00 pm 

    i know it's not necessary or anything bc it's been said already, but i want to reiterate about the candidate paraphernalia and how stupid that would be…. it would be a total waste of time.

    you should really probably know what you're talking about before you write something instructional. otherwise you end up sounding like an idiot and misguiding people.

  9. Lauren, University o says:
    Mon, 3rd Nov 20086:25 pm 

    Um. It was a joke. I can't believe that is the point you have a problem with…not taking shots in line or smoking a bowl before you go….

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