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MI '06 - Voting Tools and Voter Info.

Mon Nov 06, 2006 at 09:31:43 AM PDT

I know, in theory this is where I should have composed a rant about Dick DeVos, George W. Bush, the Republicans, Foleygate, or something along those lines.
But I don't have that this time.

This is more of a GOTV tools kind of thing.  I realize people visiting this sight are pretty politically intune, and all of this is old hat.  But we all have friends who make excuses as to why they won't vote.  This is an effort to eliminate excuses with simple tools and information.

"I'm not familiar with any of the proposals on the ballot"
GOOD NEWS!!
Here's a handy guide to the proposals on the ballot tomorrow courtesy of Media Mouse.  
Proposal Guide

"I don't know if I'm still registered to vote."
"I don't know where to vote."
"The ballots probably too confusing."
GOOD NEWS!!
If you're  voting for the first time or the first time in a long time, the state of Michigan provides you with all the information you need including where to go and if you're still registered.  It also provides a map to your polling station, and you can print out a sample ballot.
Voter Information

"I don't know who to vote for."
GOOD NEWS!!!  If it's got a D, chances are you're in the right neighborhood.

I know, this is just kind of slapped together, but I thought it might help.  If they don't already, the democratic party should create a tool that allows you to schedule a ride to the polls.  It should be the first thing you see on their site, or at least a big shiny button.  If anyone knows of anything like this, please post.

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