Tomorrow Americans nationwide will be heading to the polls to cast their vote for the 2010 Midterm Election. Many recently graduated high school seniors are finally old enough to exercise their right to have a voice in deciding the future of their state representatives and will be voting for the first time.
Before pulling that mechanical lever or pressing that computerized button — and if your not voting via an absentee ballot — check out this beginner’s guide entering the booth.
What to Bring
A government issued form of identification. Your state license or passport will be adequate.
Where to Go
You are registered to vote in a specified area within your county. Check out your registration status online (Seriously, just Google “[state name] voter registration status” and you’ll find a bevy of links). After entering your information, there will be a list citing your voting status, which should be active. Also, there will be an area that lets you know which county you are registered to vote within. Find a polling booth in your specified county.
What to Expect
When you get to the polling station, know there will be a line. Depending on the races, it could be short or could be very long. Allot a minimum time period of an hour to vote. But, do be aware that it could take even longer.
Also, do not wear any sort of candidate paraphernalia. Trust me, it’s illegal and could get you kicked out of that long line you just waited in.
It’s official, kids. The
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