During the course of 1870, 1920 and 1971, the US Congress saw fit - a relative term, especially these days, I realize - to extend the right to vote to all races, women, and eighteen-year-olds.Today, it was primary day where I live. Turnout looks to be pathetic. No weather to blame, just apathy. No denial of the need for leadership, just empty gyms, churches, schools and rec centers.
Recently our state enacted no-excuse early absentee voting to ensure that voters could access the polls. During this primary, 0.2% of eligible voters voted early. The turnout prediction for the election today is estimated at 5%. It kind of shocks me that the voice of hte majority - 95% - is silent and deafening.
Definitely a lost opportunity. An un-exercised right. And a recurring theme in non-Presidential elections, when everyone's vote counts so much more...
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