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The presidential debates are over, and the race is drawing tight as Nov. 4 closes in. Your mind may be made up, but if you are itching to cast your vote early – at Orono Town Hall or in Memorial Union today – consider your familiarity with all the issues.
McCain/Palin vs. Obama/Biden is certainly front and center, but there are three important state questions and congressional elections to consider.
Voters should use the post-debate lull in presidential matters to focus on these state issues and nominees. Learn the facts, research both sides and consider the candidates’ positions. Don’t vote solely on hearsay or a party line. Read a variety of sources, visit candidates’ Web sites and make the most informed choices possible.
The Maine Campus will aid voters on these matters with an all-politics issue on Monday, Oct. 27, including interviews with Maine congressional candidates. Ballot initiatives will be broken down.
Although you may be sure who you want to support as the next president, hold a hasty vote and start investigating and considering the additional questions you will be asked to weigh-in on. The early voting day in the union is a great way to skip long lines on Nov. 4, but it’s crucial to take the time to be as informed as possible. You can always vote early at Orono Town Hall.
