Bonnie wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:18 AM:Mine was great. I mailed it in and zoomed off to Nevada to help upset the color chart. :)

Jim wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:23 AM:Went to vote at the Presbyterian church on El Camino in Oceanside at just after 7:00 a.m.

Two precincts at the polling place. One no delay at all. 2nd Precinct had more voters. A line of approximately 20 people.

No more than 20 minutes to cast our ballots.

First time our daughter had voted. She was energized by John McCain's selection of Sarah Palin.

absentee wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:27 AM:mailed in- way to go !!

blm wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:30 AM:Cast my votes first thing this morning at 7am. I took it as a great omen for positive change that today was the first day of significant rain much needed by the area.
Go Obama! This is the first time I've been this interested in the outcome of an election, and the first ever that to which I've donated. I think the man is smart, well spoken, and will be able to pull Americans together in a way unprecedented in recent history.

Lea wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:48 AM:There was a line out the door at my polling location in Escondido. Good to see! The line still went fairly fast.

What was NOT cool was an employee of the location the poll was at, while walking out, patting a man behind me on the shoulder and saying "be sure to vote Republican".

Had to notify the poll workers, as well as complain to the Registrar of Voters about that.

No ELECTIONEERING at the polls people...

free coffee wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:57 AM:Don't forget to go to Starbuck's and ask for your free cup of coffee today.

It was great wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:00 AM:Did an absentee ballot a couple weeks ago while having a cup of coffee researching the choices. Why folks go to a polling place is beyond me..

Doug wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:04 AM:Mailed in last week. Is absentee voting not available in Florida and Ohio? What is up with those lines?

in Oceanside wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:12 AM:Was the poll worker actually looking at my ballot and checking out my vote selections?

A very short line at Reynolds Elementary at 8:30 this morning. No problems really. However, I didn't like the way the guy placed my ballot into the box. After putting my ballot in the "Secret Sleeve", he removed it and bumblingly, slowly put it in the ballot box slot. It seemed he was actually scoping out my votes! Pretty rude for a poll worker to do so in my opinion, and I do not understand why I myself can not place it in the ballot box.

Karl wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:26 AM:Lea @ 8:48 AM:

As a former poll worker I am kind of shocked that this poll worker did this. All poll workers are trained on the rules and this is rule number one. All the poll workers that I have worked with are mostly retired (except the one student per poll) and are there because of a sense of civic pride and duty. I hope that you got his name and made a written complaint to the poll supervisor and will follow up with a complaint to Registrar. Each poll also has a roving County Reistrar worker that supervises many polls (the poll workers have his/her cell phone number). The volunteer poll workers don't have much authority beyond reporting incidents to their immediate supervisor. Please follow up and make sure this gentlemen is removed.

But before you make a stink be sure that the action took place within 100' of the poll.

Rob wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:28 AM:Mailed it.

Delighted to vote for hopefully the next President. The gentleman with a brain and knows how to use it.

Obama certainly knew how to keep his campaign on the high road instead of copying the others that were mostly interested in mud-slinging.

Obama is bright and will reach out to those on the other side of the aisle. Will probably 'hire' some from the other side of the aisle. He will not ask them for their SAT scores.

We, the public must take responsibility to help heal the nation. Red states, blue states -- rubbish. Country First "UNITED STATES" of America.

JFK election was a memorable event, too. He was a Catholic who worked based on the Constitution and Bill of Rights for the Country as a Senator and as President.

JFK and all elected officials always pledge to follow the Constitution not the bible.

Chuckles wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:29 AM:It was quite an evening! Let me tell you. I dimmed the lights, and put on some soft jazz. I lit a candle and opened a bottle of cabernet sauvignon. And, while curled up in my comfy chair, and with the imagination of Miles Davis filling the softly lit room, I took my favorite pen, ball point black, and carefully bubbled each of my electoral selections. When I was finished, I then folded the ballot, placed it in the envelope, sealed the envelope with a kiss, got up from my comfy chair, signed the ballot envelope, affixed a stamp, and placed the envelope in the outgoing mail. I didn't know how the evening was going to end, but it sure was a night to remember!

Karl wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:31 AM:in Oceanside @ 9:12 AM:

The reason that you cannot place your ballot in the box is that if allowed, the general public could pull many more shenanigans (slight of hand) than the poll worker.

A word to the wise. Everytime I worked the polls I got some sort of cold or flu until I started washing my hands every 10 minutes or so. I suggest asking if you can use your own pen and immediately going to the restroom to wash your hands.

Peace

Temecula wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:37 AM:I have unfortunately found myself unable to cast my vote. Having moved recently (yet forwarding all my mail including voter registration) I have received no notice as to where I might vote in Temecula, and was told my old registration location in El Segundo (2 hours away) does not have my registration either. I've been voting for 30 years and now i am unable to cast my vote for John McCain and YES on 8!!! Very disappointing and frustrating! It's impossible to get through to any of the Registrar offices over the last 2 weeks. Not a good experience.

Chris wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:40 AM:I've heard that I can fill in my mail in ballot and just give it to them.

Does anyone know about that ??

Skip wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:58 AM:I mailed in my ballot last week.

And no one checked to see if I was an eligible voter. LOL

in Vista wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:02 AM:Very easy and fast. The room was full of voters, nice to see. It was raining when we got there and that didn't seem to keep people away. Both my husband and I noticed the type of ballot this year. It was the ballot where you fill in the oval with a black pen. We both like that type of ballot the best. A few years ago when I voted we were offered electronic and I refused it so they gave me a paper one. This year electronic ballots were not even offered thank goodness. We don't like the ballot where you punch a hole either. This 'fill in the oval' is the best.

Karl wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:06 AM:It was great @ 9:00 AM:

I have worked the polls and actually like the experience of showing up with everyone else. There are many businesses offering freebies with your "I Voted" sticker including Starbucks. The main reason I go to the polls is to thank the volunteers for working.

My vote went fine except that I forgot the reading glasses. I waded through it though, just took longer. It was crowded but one booth was open when I signed in.

The enviros will be happy to know that I waited for a break in the rain so that I could drive my electric golf cart to the polling location.

EasyVoter wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:08 AM:My voting experience this year was the same as it was last year and the year before, in fact, it was the same experience for as long as I have been voting. I mailed it in! The media hype is absurd and hysterical, I can only guess it is to increase ratings. People who are confused about voting perhaps should not be..usually the Obama suporters seem to be the most ignorant and displaying an extreemly low IQ.

Common Sense wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:29 AM:in Oceanside. It's not likely anyone was trying to look at your votes, the process can be awkward feeding that ballot into the slot in the box. Give the person a break. (even if they looked you have already voted, so what?)They are spending all day and night there to work your election. They are your friends and neighbors. Thank them for their service and perhaps next time, you can help out and show us how a pro does it.

osn wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:34 AM:Mailed my Absentee Ballot last Friday, and the Registrar's website confirmed it had been received on Sunday. Bang zoom.

Common Sense wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:34 AM:to Temecula
You can vote. go to your closest polling place. Tell them what is going on. They will provide you with a provisional ballot. That means you cast it now. You can only vote for things that are statewide....like pres and props ... not Temecula specific. Then they take your ballot, verify you are registered in El Segundo, and then count you votes....it takes a few days to be counted, but you never know, it could change the outcome. Every vote counts. Go vote, ask for a provisional ballot.

FallbrookRes wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:35 AM:I voted this morning, 4th in line in the rain, it was good to see people coming out anyway. The volunteer didn't have me sign the roster, she got distracted, after voting I asked again if I was supposed to sign. They fixed the problem and hopefully will remember for everyone else. I'd hate to see all those voters lose their voice because poll workers aren't paying attention.

Kelseys mom wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:40 AM:This was my 20 year old daughter's first presidental vote. We went together. The people at the polling place were very nice and congradulated my daughter. No lines at all here in this Oceanside neighborhood.

To Temecula wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:41 AM:Can you say ... "May I have a provisional ballot please?"

Slightly Concerned wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:43 AM:Everything was easy except voting for President....the most important vote this year. We voted at someones garage that had the fill in forms with a marker, a dull and smeary one at that. I had to do a double-take on the form for whom I voted for President because the type was spaced very tight. I started thinking that if I didn't have perfect vision, I might possibly fill in the incorrect bubble if not paying good attention. It's hard to believe that these forms are not better designed to make it VERY CLEAR which bubble to fill in. Hopefully, most will not rush it, take the time to make sure they filled in the correct bubbles.

RJinChicago wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:54 AM:I was in line at 6:00am, along with about 100 other people. We all used paper - I was in and out in around 45 minutes. Well worth the wait to bring change that is badly needed.

SR-Ventura County wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:58 AM:At 7am my polling place was buzzing with activity! It reminded me of the ladies restroom at a rock concert - not only did we wait in line to enter, we had to wait for a stall as well! I always vote early on election day, and today was like no other in terms of the number of voters there! The Democratic Process in action! GO USA!

JC in Hollywood wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:59 AM:Voted in Hollywood, CA this morning at 8:30 am and had no problems or even a line to stand in! So it was very easy!

DEBBIE wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:59 AM:Voted @ 8:15 and was in and out in 10 mins. The most organized I have ever seen it.
CT

Wanda wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:00 AM:Other than having to walk there and back in the rain, it was a real hoot. Good turnout. Got to talk with my neighbors while waiting in line. I'd do a mail in ballot but I'm hooked on the pagentry of going to the polls.

Denver wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:00 AM:I voted this morning with no lines. Everything went fine and the helpers there were very friendly and informative.

Jennifer wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:00 AM:I had a great time! We had ink ballots which was much easier. The folks were happy to help us with the ballots. This was probably the best experience I've had

Doug wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:00 AM:Some liberal broke election law by wearing an Obama shirt into the poling station. No election officials did anything. Some of us in line called him out, bring attention to it,but still nothing.

fred wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:01 AM:In and out in under 1 minute in northern wisconsin. at least the boonies are good for something

Kelly wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:02 AM:I just voted for the first time ever. What a great experience I hope all young people vote today. I am so excited to have the privilege to vote for the first Black President - Yeah!!!! Go vote make your voice count.

Jeff wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:03 AM:My wife & I voted @ the Oceanside Library and we were the 1st & 2nd persons to vote there today. There was a smattering of people a little before 7a and everyone was in a pleasant upbeat affirmative mood. In all my years (I am 55) I can not remember an election that energized the people this much. We spoke in line about how relieved we were to FINALLY be voting and how organized our voting place was. I hope everyone has a positive experience and the process has the air legitimacy restored to it.

Jenn wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:04 AM:I voted today and so did my mother- in 2 separate towns in MA- no one checked IDs for anyone. I had mine in my hand when I checked in and they didn't even ask to see it. I thought it was their job to prevent voter fraud!

Dan wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:09 AM:Voted at 7am in Escondido. For the first time ever there was a line..small (about 20 folks), but I have never seen more than 2 people at this location over the last 10+ years...was GREAT to see.

At 52 I haved been this excited to vote since we got the right to at 18...way back when. I so strongly believe that voting No on 8 is the fair and just vote that I had to be there early.

Hope everyone waits the time it will take, it is...time for a change.

Anteaters wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:09 AM:* Location: Irvine,CA City Hall
* 14 e-vote booths with 2 out of order
* 3 paper ballot booths, no pens (black/blue required) provided. A couple people were handing out pens from their own bags.
* 1/5 people chose to vote by paper ballots.
* Time to vote: M-Z line, paper ballot = 1 hour
*Time to vote: A-L line, paper ballot = 2 hours

Polling room need some *serious* Feng Shui help. Horrible flow with various lines crossing over one another.

MarineGunner wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:11 AM:Our polling place in Carlsbad was set up very well. The line was longer than I anticipated but that did not matter as things went quickly. Overall a pleasing experience. Thank you to the poll workers who were very nice and helpfull as I had to do a provisional after having just moved from Escondido.

Jay D wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:13 AM:Richmond, VA. 15 total minutes to vote!! Where are the crowds?

fred wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:17 AM:Wow "first black president" as if that was the reason you were voting-- to put a person in office for the color of his skin? I guess that is "fair?"

My voting experience was wonderful. Fast line polite poll workers. No black panthers no rioting. But then this is Arizona. The whole process took 20 minutes max.

call me Johnson wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:18 AM:My experience was good. It was a little cold but I was luckily out of the rain. Two slight annoyances were a man cutting in line to the front where his wife was (he should have got there when she did) and a woman behind me yakking about nothing with someone on her cell phone. How about a rule no cell phones at the polls?

kevin wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:19 AM:It was Ok, besides a couple of lefters borderlining electioneering, without being asked to leave, what can I say, it strengthened my resolve that John McCain is the right guy for the Job, and either way it goes it seems like will get a riot from the dems.

Republican wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:20 AM:Hopefully the rain we ordered will keep too many Democrats from voting. This proves that GOD = GOP!

Go Postal wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:21 AM:Permanent Absentee voter here. I took my time, did my research, filled in my ballot and put it in the mail. No fuss, no muss, no lines, no waiting, no problem! The only thing that would be better is if we could vote online. I don't know why anybody wouldn't be absentee.

Karl wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:22 AM:Temecula @ 9:37 AM:

Go to any polling place and cast a provisional ballot. If you are indeed registered your vote will count.

Peace

to Chris at 940 a.m. wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:24 AM:All voted mail ballots must be returned to the RoV before 8 pm on Election Day. You may also drop off your mail ballot at any polling location on Election Day.

--- From San Diego County's Web site

To Chuckles wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:25 AM:You wasted a stamp.

Karl wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:32 AM:Chris
[-] wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:40 AM:I've heard that I can fill in my mail in ballot and just give it to them.

Does anyone know about that ??

Yes you can Chris, remember to fill in the info on the back of the envelope. You can take it to any poll location including yours.

Doug
[-] wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:00 AM:Some liberal broke election law by wearing an Obama shirt into the poling station. No election officials did anything. Some of us in line called him out, bring attention to it,but still nothing.

The poll workers were lame. I had the same thing happen a few years back when I was the poll inspector (in charge). We refused to give the guy a ballot. He finally relented and went outside and turned his T-shirt inside out. Rules are rules especially election rules.

Kim wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:35 AM:My husband and I left the house at 6:10am, stopped at 7 eleven for coffe & hot cocoa and a pastry. About 100 feet away was our polling site where we parked on the street. We were in line at 6:20am. The polls opened at 7am and by 7:40am, we were on our way back to our car. We encountered no problems and the line was long, but spirited and moved quickly. Many people came prepared to spend hours, even myself with a chair. All in all, we had a good experience and celebrated along with most of the other voters with breakfast at IHOP!

No White Guilt wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:36 AM:My vote went to the candidate with experience and good judgement.

arkay wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:37 AM:We live in Valley Center, where you can't sling a cat without hitting a "McCain-Palin" sign. My wife and I drove down to Lilac Elementary where there were no lines, and no problems we could see. After being as usual appalled by the plethora of "Vote Yes on Prop(Hate)" bumper stickers, we walked in and had our way with the paper ballots. Most satisfying. We have the popcorn ready for our "Angry Left Basking in The Results" party later tonight. The other half dozen liberals in VC are doing the same.

Vanessa wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:38 AM:First time voter in the Show Me State: I voted at the Community of Christ Church for Districts 1 & 2 in Grandview, MO. I arrived about 5:20 a.m. there was about 200 people ahead of me. The first person to vote stated they arrived at 4:20 a.m. Once the doors opened at 6:00 a.m. the verification procress was smooth, everything was posted on signs and in bold red letter on where to go and what was needed to vote. They had a person upon entering explaining how to use the voting machine. It was well organized and they catered to the elderly and disable really well by coming outside to take there votes to keep them from the stress of the long lines and wait. I was done within and 1hr 45 minutes. The large crowds in the thousands at that point were excited and encouraging; as each person exited from voting the crowd applauded. We came together as one, everyone was kind and courteous. Great first time experience.

Vista Granny wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:40 AM:I voted early, and was pleased to see more voting booths(?)and all of them busy. More people than I've ever seen before at this polling place and time. Not enough rain here to justify not voting. Now to keep my fingers crossed all day long. I don't vote absentee because I like the experience of going to the polls on election day. Silly me.

Olivia wrote on Nov 4, 2008 11:59 AM:Dear Republican, After reading your comment I am even more confident that I made the right choice in voting for Obama. Your statement GOD=GOP is one of many reasons I voted as I did. This is a great example of the GOP's mentality. Many Republicans believe the American flag belongs to them. Now God is a Republican! This is perfect example of why we need change!
GOP=exclusion Obama= Inclusion

J wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:05 PM:Voted at 11 in south Temecula. No lines, no problems. I love democracy in action.

aapd wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:13 PM:Voted in Escondido at a church on Bear Valley they did a great job took about ten minutes and the poll workers were great. What a great time to be an American!! no matter how you voted!!

Jessie wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:25 PM:Even though I doubt there are long lines where I live, I still voted early. I knew who I was voting for and didn’t feel the need to wait until the 4th.

World citizen wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:44 PM:As a English woman in France I am amazed by the fact that ID is not checked out properly.
Looking forward to improved international relations with the USA and seeing an intelligent, unmanipulated president at the head of this great nation again.

Scared wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:44 PM:Are there any requirements to provide positive identification prior to receiving a ballot?

Kevin wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:50 PM:Are there any requirements to provide positive identification prior to receiving a ballot?

In Escondido wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:58 PM:It has been a great morning in Escondido.

People are passionate! On my way to the polling booth, I witnessed many people still campaigning for their candidate and/or position on propositions.

The cul-de-sac where my polling booth sits, was full this morning - I have never seen it that full - I usually can park right by the house - but this time I had to park about a block away. I walked to the polling booth - cast my votes - got my sticker and walked happily back to my vehicle.

It felt good and the poll workers were professional and courteous as they always have been over the years. No funny business - no pushing a vote this way or that - just poll workers happy to see people participating in the process. Thanks poll workers in Northern Escondido!

GOOD PEOPLE OF THE USA...If you haven't VOTED YET - THEN WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR - GET OUT THERE & ROCK THE VOTE!!! YOUR VOICE MATTERS!!!

Kevin wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:08 PM:I just checked on line and there is no requirement to provide identification prior to receiving a ballot. That seems odd to me but still within the law. Anybody else feel we should change that policy? No line at the YMCA on Mesa!

Wanda wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:15 PM:I'm with you, Vista Granny, at 11:40 AM. There's a certain pagentry to it.

THE ONE wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:18 PM:I cast my vote this morning with no problems, but something struck me as odd? Outside people were discussing the potential of blacks & minorities rioting as they did in Los Angeles due to the the Rodney King case if Obama is not elelcted.Anybody else hear of this?

Why wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:21 PM:after one registers to vote, you couldn't just call a phone number give your social and vote from home. No duplicate or dead people could vote. Makes sense so I guess the government won't do it.

Cant Stop wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:32 PM:Some "people" just can't stop with the stupid comments - even for just one day.

I imagine that their lives are pretty much the same every day - full of belly-aching. Instigators - and hardly anything more.

Try some Chamomille Tea.

Karl wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:33 PM:Wow, something I agree on with Vista Granny and Wanda, it's a miracle. I've worked the polls and will vote at the polls as long as I am above the grass. After that all bets are off. I don't know about pageantry but I feel a definite sense pride and comradery when I vote at the polls. I also make a point of thanking the workers. Working 17 to 19 hours for 85 to 125 bones shows they are not there for the money. Must be the old fart in me.

I don't get why some poll locations (specifically east of the mighty Mississippi) have long lines. In my 37 years of voting (California, Oregon and Arizona) I've never had to take more than 20 minutes. Do us nutjobs on the west coast know more than the States back east? I think so.

To The One wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:40 PM:Yeah, I heard that one..... Did you also hear the homosexuals will all have "relations" in public is Prop 8 passes....... Can we get back to reality now.......

potential rioting wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:47 PM:Yeh, we heard that even months ago. This morning on three different news stations it was mentioned that places like Illinois, Detroit Mi, Philadelphia and other places are preparing just in case. I hadn't heard anything about 'black folks' rioting, just American people in general.

I wouldn't doubt it if some people get out of hand no matter who wins. Philadelphia had a level of rioting even after the Phillies won the series! This is not the first time people rioted after a positive event. Some of my own neighbors and loudly opinioned about this election, to the point where we are staying away from them till the election is over.

My two cents to all who read this...most of us won't riot but no matter who wins, let's be happy we live in America, have the freedom to vote for our leaders and propositions and have the ability to share in molding this wonderful free country.

The United States of America NOT the Divided States of America. United we stand divided we fall. Let's not end up being our own worst enemy.

Peace to you all.

Free coffee wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:52 PM:I went to Starbucks, even took my own cup, still had paid for my jolt. Wasssup?

Was yummy though, on a cool rainy day.

john wrote on Nov 4, 2008 1:53 PM:went to the polls and of course they did not check my id, and what is funny i am the one who had them check my id. which makes me think,we need better people to run these things, but other then that it was a good day and it seemed to be having a good turn out.

Oui wrote on Nov 4, 2008 2:11 PM:I voted last week in Temecula,at the mall. I started my late morning at the sushi restuarant next door. Had my rainbow roll and 4 large Asahi beers. I stumbled next door and voted. In and out in 10 minutes). I went back to the sushi restuarant and had two more Asahi's to help me accept the fact that we are doomed either way.... Obama or McCain.

Carlsbad wrote on Nov 4, 2008 2:20 PM:No lines or waiting, also no ID checking. Nice bonus: we saw 19-year old candidate for Carlsbad City Council Evan Rodgers on her way to vote with her family.

Wanda wrote on Nov 4, 2008 2:34 PM:Well, Karl, at 1:33 PM, there might be a second thing we agree on. I wrote in Ron Paul :)

Osider wrote on Nov 4, 2008 2:50 PM:in and out in 15 minutes in Oceanside was setup and ran very smoothly. Go McCain-Palin!!!!!

Escondido wrote on Nov 4, 2008 2:53 PM:Voted to change the white house name to: The Crib!

Happy wrote on Nov 4, 2008 3:14 PM:I had no problem voting--I voted by absentee for Obama --As a staunch Republican in years past, Sarah Palin was just too much of a gimmick to not jump ship. I love Colin Powell--and I would follow him anywhere!

bob wrote on Nov 4, 2008 3:16 PM:To the ID people- CA Law does require poll workers to ask for ID- so they can't. They're doing their jobs just the way they are supposed to.

Questionable Activities wrote on Nov 4, 2008 3:41 PM:with Mail-in Ballots. I am a permanent absentee voter. At the time I moved in Feb., I sent in a change of address & received no reply from the SDCo Registrar's office. I checked online to see if I was registered in Sept. When I saw I was not, I registered again & got a response card dated 9/16/08. My absentee ballot was POSTMARKED 10/31/08, and I received it 11/1/08. There's a letter indicating this is the 2nd ballot they sent - WHERE DID THE FIRST ONE GO??? As usual, something stinks in San Diego County!

Absentee Ballots wrote on Nov 4, 2008 3:43 PM:A coworker's wife had a similar experience to mine - only her absentee ballot came in the mail today. What's up with the San Diego County Registrar of Voters? This is not the first time this has happened to me. Can't they get their act together or is just out & out fraud being perpetrated?

Dear Rob Chuckles wrote on Nov 4, 2008 3:43 PM:I must say THANK YOU for Great blogging.

I absolutley enjoyed them, and wish I was drinking wine while celebrating voting for Mr. Obama. with my candles lit, unfortunatley I work and go to school, so I voted before going to class this am.

Instead I was as excited as a 6 year old at christmas, I could barely sleep first I love Obama and hope he is our next Presidential Elect, 2nd My City Elections are important too.

Can't wait to sit at home with my hubby and watch our Christmas un-wrap.

Hopefully our Christmas Present(s) will be smart, sincere, untanted, and get our Country back to some kind of Humanity for All.

Peace,
Concerned Oceanside Resident
Voted Woods, Esther, Lowery!

Karl wrote on Nov 4, 2008 4:12 PM:Wanda, Wanda, Wanda you are my new hero for a millisecond. Thanks for the vote, I hope us independents send a message. I'm off to do the grocery shopping while the baby backs are in the crockpot. What shall I pick up for you?

Common Sense wrote on Nov 4, 2008 4:16 PM:Dear Questionable...it likely went to your old address. Nothing stinky. Even if someone else tried to vote it, they would kick it out if the signature did not match your past sigs. If you move again, and send in a change of address, check within 30 days. Or go directly to the ROV and change it in person. Everyone wants you to vote.
As for a coworkers wife had a similar.....way too many variables possible in that one to even try to answer. It's likley a combination of reasons, but fraud ain't one of them. I have countless examples of people making mistakes that cause their status to be in jeopardy, but again, none involve fraud or conspiracy.

To Chuckles wrote on Nov 4, 2008 4:23 PM:It was good for me, too. Next time, let's put on Coltrane and use more bubbles in the bubble bath.

Lilly wrote on Nov 4, 2008 4:38 PM:It was really neat! I went to the church in my neighborhood (I have to admit it's the only time I go to church) and there wasn't a line. Since it was at church, I thought there would be a bake sale or something. No luck. I just went to Starbucks for free coffee and paid for a scone!

Maureen wrote on Nov 4, 2008 4:45 PM:It was my absolute pleasure to vote for
Escondido City Council candidates
Olga Diaz & Richard Barron.
Lee Thibadeau PPH Board
Nick Leibham Congress
OBAMA & BIDEN

God bless you all & good luck.

Not Aunt Bea wrote on Nov 4, 2008 4:50 PM:Well it was a cold day.But I made it to my polling place and turned in my absentee ballot.Polling ladies were wonderful.

Obama
Barron
Diaz
Thibadeau
Leibham

To THE ONE wrote on Nov 4, 2008 4:57 PM:RE: Outside people were discussing the potential of blacks & minorities rioting as they did in Los Angeles .....


That is funny. That is like saying the illegals will riot in Escondido if the other "O" does not win.

Mary wrote on Nov 4, 2008 5:28 PM:I went to my same polling station as I have for the last eight years, and my name was not on the list. But before I could get my conspiracy theory in place, they straightened it out.

I still must say, I can't believe I don't have to show some form of id. I saw my mom's name (who passed away last year)-- I could have easily returned and voted using her name...

Rick wrote on Nov 4, 2008 5:32 PM:MESSAGE TO HAL MARTIN AND JIM DESMOND: I voted for Dean Nelson. This time it counts!

TO EVERYONE wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:03 PM:Stop with the,' people will riot' gossip.....it's so ignorant
so unhip,unchic,unbelieveable and out of date!

There is nothing funny about it.
ignoratn ignorant ignorant.

Ushould B ASHAMED wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:08 PM:I cannot believe this!
When you continue gossip like riot...you perpetuate the ignorance of it.

Just come tell us you voted.
This gossip is exactly why they post no campaigning within 100 feet of polls...
idiotic morons

HIGH 5 wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:10 PM:TO TO EVERYONE!

I went with all the O's
Obama & Olga

rock the vote stop the gossip!

Proud American wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:19 PM:I voted. Not too many people there. Took about 15 minutes. The volunteers were very kind and helpful. All went well. Only one thing. They ran out of "I voted" stickers and they gave us "yo vote" stickers.There's just something not right about that. Then again, it is Escondido.

I VOTED 2 wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:32 PM:My polling place was nice.Nice people running it.Got my I VOTED sticker.
I VOTED;
Obama
Olga
Barron
Nick Leibham
Lee Thibadeau
No on 8

TED wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:35 PM:Felt the power!
Voted OBAMA,DIAZ&BARRON.
It's the way to go.

Like choices wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:37 PM:voted Barron & Diaz local council race
voted Obama & Biden National race

Chortle wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:40 PM:After a long wait .I voted for
Olga & Obama. It's worth the wait.

. .
~
U

Tater wrote on Nov 4, 2008 6:46 PM:Saw all the handsome Firefighters waving signs this morning.I went to vote before work.Told all my fellow office employees to go vote.So they did.
We all talked about how good it was to feel like we will have someone in office that will listen to the citizens in our city.

We all voted Olga Diaz &
Richard Barron

We all voted Obama!
The Polling center was great.

To THE ONE wrote on Nov 4, 2008 7:49 PM:Ever notice how childish the "O" supporters are.

It’s a happy day in the neighborhood..... Unless you disagree with them

Monica wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:07 PM:I actually had a mail in ballot, but somehow between yesterday and today it got missed placed. I'm sure to find it tomorrow right where I left it!! I went to my polling place here in Hidden Meadows and took my daughter with me. It was her first time voting. I asked for a provisional ballot and we both got in and out within a few minutes. I jumped ship and voted Obama and as I watch the tv and they project Obama the winner, I pray he can turn our country around and restore our faith in our government AND our country. God Bless America!! Good luck Obama, don't let us down!!

ha Ha wrote on Nov 4, 2008 9:41 PM:Message to Rocky, I was gonna vote for you, but voted for Woods instead, cause u be a flip flopper. Go WOOD!

TOOOOOOOOoooo wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:37 PM:To THE ONE ~ LOOOOOOSER!

Get over yourself.
It's O all the way.

Congrats Obama supporters!

Olga has 23%
Abed has 29%
Gallo not mentioned
as of 9PM


Bring it home Olga!

jvc wrote on Nov 5, 2008 4:07 AM:It was stupid to ask to share my voting experience question! A more relative question is in what way do I feel my
vote will make a difference in the way I voted!

chili wrote on Nov 5, 2008 6:36 AM:voted after work at 7pm and was done in 5 minutes - no line, no problems. Surprised we are back to paper ballots - I prefer the punch ballots but I guess (some) people can't manage to stick the pin through the hole so I wonder that they can mark a circle with a marker....

NCTimes 11 05 2008 wrote on Nov 5, 2008 6:46 AM:Section A page 5
Gallo waving GOODBYE ::Smirk::


Thanks NCTimes.....you rocked it!

TO to THE ONE wrote on Nov 5, 2008 7:01 AM:OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

IT'S A BEAUTIFUL * O * DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD!

See NCTimes 11 05 2008
section A page 5

guess who is waving GOODBYE?

Pink ;p
proud gagalicious member
and O's supporter

We weren't childish we are serious!

Voting wrote on Nov 5, 2008 7:08 AM:A plus, reporting by media F minus. GIVE US THE RESULTS!!!

Juano wrote on Nov 5, 2008 7:20 AM:I wish they spoke nore spanish at the pole places. They didnt understqnd my questions. Oh well. Dis library computer helped allot!

CONGRATULATIONS wrote on Nov 5, 2008 7:49 AM:Garrick and NCTimes for paring with KNSD TV....7/39 NBC......
DAVID GARRICK is THE BEST!

Pink ;p
and the gagalicious girls!

to Juano wrote on Nov 5, 2008 7:54 AM:halloween is over.stop with the games
if you went to the library at the time of your post....the doors were locked....more imposters
be a good looser go with some dignity.

januaryM wrote on Nov 5, 2008 8:30 AM:To the spoiled sports.

Happiest are those who have learned to ride the winds of life with grace.


"O" we are sooooo happy!

JimRT wrote on Nov 5, 2008 8:43 AM:After getting to my neighborhood poll garage, I went right in and got my paperwork. The only strange think was when I said my name and address in my native (English) California accent and the girl handing me my ballot asked “English or Spanish”. I looked at her a moment and then said “que?” I got a good laugh out of that one but still do not understand why she felt she had to ask. Are there many non-English speaking people that vote? If there are, is there status checked. I do not want to cause a ruckus but I am curious.

Richard wrote on Nov 5, 2008 9:23 AM:Gadds, I'm glad i'm not living in a big city---took us less than 5 mins to vote; lines???---lol

To TO EVERYONE wrote on Nov 5, 2008 10:20 AM:To the blogger called 'TO EVERYONE' at 6:03pm, Nov 4,
You may call some of us ignorant, ignorant, ignorant but you I call complacent, complacent, complacent. Do you even know what complacent means? 'Self-satisfied and unaware of possible dangers'.

To Jim RT wrote on Nov 5, 2008 10:25 AM:Oh sure...you didn't want to "cause a ruckus".

And so...with your very serious inquiry - you opted to post the query on the BLOGS.???

DUH. I guess calling the registrar of voters would have been too logical!

No - JimRT - we are not buying your story - you obviously wanted to stir up the immigration pot.

Too bad you haven't caught on that our ECONOMY is the number one ISSUE with the MAJORITY OF ALL THE CITIZENS OF THE USA. If you would pull your head out of the magazine of ignorance, then maybe you would have watched the elections last night and realized what so many have already realized: THE ECONOMY IS THE BIGGEST CONCERN!!

And instead of simmering in the pot of intolerance, you would have actually participated at one of the many elections party headquarters bashes, where the people followed and learned and watched and held their breaths every moment of the evening...and they celebrated and they consoled and they PARTICIPATED. Your big contribution was: you voted and you took her comment personally (instead of thinking "hey this lady has been here all day and she might be tired or she might ask that of all the voters").

Another weak attempt by the naysayers to try to divide the people. It's like the days of slavery - we learned from that shame of history. And here we are in 2008 and we have JimRT trying to divide the people - while most are striving for unification! Wake UP, JimRT - it's 2008!

Obviously, you do not recognize the SIGNIFICANCE of our national results - and I'm sure that you are even more oblivious to the reality of life on the local level. OUR ECONOMIC STRUGGLES - homes lost - jobs lost - savings lost - increased costs of living - etc...

Soon, the elections and the results thereof will not be the talk of the town - our elected officials will get down to business. What will you do with your "curiosity"? How will you find a way to spread more of your ignorant fears?

Sounds like a sad outlook for you. Many others will be looking for ways to help each other - to lift each other up - to extend a hand - to support - to encourage our fellow mankind. We will not concentrate on the negative - We will look for the better...the best...and we know that the only way to achieve that is to stand united.

Hope you change your mind.

Why did we bother wrote on Nov 5, 2008 10:35 AM:They declared O the winner before I got home from voting. Wonder how the folks in Alaska and Hawaii feel - like their vote didn't count?

To in Oside at 912AM wrote on Nov 5, 2008 10:57 AM:The rule is that ONLY the pollworkers can place the ballots in the ballot box. Shame on you Karl. We are working with paper and cardboard here. Sometimes it catches if you are in a hurry like yesterday. Give the pollworker a break. I doubt that he/she gave a cr234p about who you voted for.

Billie in Oside wrote on Nov 5, 2008 12:27 PM:In and Out at the Garden Room at Oceanside City Hall. No lines no wait.

To Why did we bother wrote on Nov 5, 2008 6:40 PM:Oh ... they're votes counted alright. They just wouldn't have been enough to change the outcome based on the overall landslide that was occurring throughout the rest of the country. With the final numbers in, Obama didn't even need California to pull it off.

JSten wrote on Nov 5, 2008 7:00 PM:To: Why do we bother.

As a lifelong resident of Alaska recently relocated to Southern California, we understand the need to vote. I usually voted Chicago style, early and often.

Voted in and out wrote on Nov 5, 2008 9:06 PM:The O guy should do ok, but more important.....8 passed