Originally Posted by
machz990
I too was in the AOC two days prior to the end of the vote. I was working on a computer and overheard 3 older guys next to me. One started out saying how he was voting for it because the MEC says the LOA is good so it's got to be good. The other 2 agreed with him. There was no discussion on any elements of the LOA.
Here in Melvisville, it's been humorous, and kinda sad, over the years to watch the church buses getting loaded up during elections in certain sections of the city, PA systems blaring, herding the sheep to the vote. Most, if not all, not having the slightest idea of any of the issues, or candidates positions.
We'd sit back, shake our heads, and self-righteously think to ourselves "no wonder all the problems exist in that community..."
Based on our voter turnout, and some of the reports here - I'm guessing half the voters had not read the documents.
But, the buses showed up on schedule, instructions were given, votes were cast, glasses of sweet ice tea handed out......
No question that apathy is bad. Ignorant voters - I wish we were above that level. I truly hope we don't hear any "I didn't know that!" "How can they do that!" type comments from any who voted yes.
The founding fathers did have some good ideas for voting that never materialized.