Democrats, if an absentee ballot has not been requested, I suggest voting at the polls. Our current president is discrediting mail-in ballots. He stated that mail-in ballots are fraudulent and that we should “get rid of the ballots” so he will not need to transfer power.
His ability to win rides on large numbers of absentee ballots being rejected. His autocratic intentions have led him to pressure states to limit and remove drop boxes to make it more difficult for voters to safely deliver their ballots. If he leads on election night, he will continue to seed chaos as the absentee ballots are counted.
If you have already requested a mail-in ballot, make sure it is counted. Before putting your ballot in the mail or delivering it to the Board of Elections drop box, be sure the information on the ballot envelope is complete and accurate and that it is signed as you are registered.
Check that you have not marked more choices than allowed on your ballot and that the circles are filled in, no check marks. Make certain the mailing envelope has adequate postage and is mailed at least 10 days before the election, November 3, 2020.
The only reason the current resident of the White House attempts to deny the efficacy of mail-ins is because Democrats have urged voters to vote safely at home. However, the Knox County Board of Elections has released an entire booklet of Covid safety guidelines. If you can vote at your polling place on election day, do so. Let’s send a clear message on election night that democracy will not be deterred.
Jo Shrimplin
Jefferson Township
