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Have A 2008 Presidential Election Waiting In Line Party
Worried You Will Be Waiting In Line To Vote? Plan A 2008 Presidential Election Line Party.
Are you worried about lines at your polling place, and the ultimate outcome of this election? You're not alone. But worrying, getting angry, and being stressed doesn't solve anything. There is only one thing you have control over tomorrow...And that's how you handle yourself. I suggest you - Turn your frown upside down. :-)
Let's face it, if the line is long, it's not gonna get any shorter if you're complaining about it. So instead, why not make the best out of it? Turn your voting experience into an event to remember.
How do you do that?
Well, have you ever had a family picnic, a neighborhood block party, or a tailgating party? You know where I'm going with this. This is your once in a lifetime opportunity to have a 2008 Presidential Election Waiting In Line Party.
Go over to your polling place with friends, neighbors, and family. Bring as many folding chairs and blankets as you can (enough for others in line too). Bring snacks and beverages, playing cards and games, anything to help pass the time.
Even if you don't have anyone in your polling district to go with, you can still have a party. Pack-up your car with folding chairs and blankets, snacks, water, games, magazines - and start your own party with whoever is lucky enough to be in line with you. It's a great way to meet new people too.
If you already voted early, you don't have to miss out on all the fun. Bring a friend, and make a spot in the line with chairs for people as they reach that spot. You can sit and chat with people as they come through the line, hand out water and snacks, and if you're really feeling excited - bring a grill and serve hot dogs to as many people as you can.
* If you like this idea but can't afford to feed hundreds of people on your own...Go over to your local supermarket and ask if they will donate stuff for you to handout in the line. They could probably even make you a sign that says something like; "provided by your local ____ store" - They are bound to get some new customers in return for their generosity. It's a win, win.
These are just a few ideas. Get creative. Be neighborly. Have fun. The line will move much more quickly this way, and it will give you something to talk about for years to come.
[On a smaller scale (but just as important) - Find out if anyone you know needs a ride to the polls, and offer to keep them company in line.]
Also See:
Time To Get Our The Vote
8 Time Passing Tips For Waiting In Line To Vote
A Quick Voter Guide
Are you worried about lines at your polling place, and the ultimate outcome of this election? You're not alone. But worrying, getting angry, and being stressed doesn't solve anything. There is only one thing you have control over tomorrow...And that's how you handle yourself. I suggest you - Turn your frown upside down. :-)
Let's face it, if the line is long, it's not gonna get any shorter if you're complaining about it. So instead, why not make the best out of it? Turn your voting experience into an event to remember.
How do you do that?
Well, have you ever had a family picnic, a neighborhood block party, or a tailgating party? You know where I'm going with this. This is your once in a lifetime opportunity to have a 2008 Presidential Election Waiting In Line Party.
Go over to your polling place with friends, neighbors, and family. Bring as many folding chairs and blankets as you can (enough for others in line too). Bring snacks and beverages, playing cards and games, anything to help pass the time.
Even if you don't have anyone in your polling district to go with, you can still have a party. Pack-up your car with folding chairs and blankets, snacks, water, games, magazines - and start your own party with whoever is lucky enough to be in line with you. It's a great way to meet new people too.
If you already voted early, you don't have to miss out on all the fun. Bring a friend, and make a spot in the line with chairs for people as they reach that spot. You can sit and chat with people as they come through the line, hand out water and snacks, and if you're really feeling excited - bring a grill and serve hot dogs to as many people as you can.
* If you like this idea but can't afford to feed hundreds of people on your own...Go over to your local supermarket and ask if they will donate stuff for you to handout in the line. They could probably even make you a sign that says something like; "provided by your local ____ store" - They are bound to get some new customers in return for their generosity. It's a win, win.
These are just a few ideas. Get creative. Be neighborly. Have fun. The line will move much more quickly this way, and it will give you something to talk about for years to come.
[On a smaller scale (but just as important) - Find out if anyone you know needs a ride to the polls, and offer to keep them company in line.]
Also See:
Time To Get Our The Vote
8 Time Passing Tips For Waiting In Line To Vote
A Quick Voter Guide
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Comment by Catherine Morgan on November 3, 2008 at 9:15pm -
Thanks.
:-)
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Comment by N Hester on November 3, 2008 at 9:08pm - The nicest and most informative post I've read. What great ideas! Sounds like a lot of fun no matter what you're doing. Never thought of going to the polling places to assist those waiting to vote!
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