Ordinarily, I vote on election day.

There’s something about the ritual of it.

But this year, I voted early.
I was worried about long lines.
I was worried about catching the flu or contracting amnesia or being abducted by aliens — something that would prevent me from getting into the booth and having my say.

It felt too important to risk, so I voted yesterday.

I am not too shy or private to say that I voted for Barack Obama, and I have both the hope and the confidence that he will win this election, delivering some much-needed thoughtfulness and conscience into the White House.

I voted with my mind on global relations… healthcare & the economy… schools & the Supreme Court…  the planet Earth.

You may have your mind on other important stuff.
You may care most about your own local issues and races.
You may prefer another candidate.

Regardless, you really oughta vote.
It’s your chance to speak up, to say what you want and how you want it,
to participate in the ongoing dialogue of democracy.
People around the world have been known to line up for hours and walk for days…
for the privelege of casting a ballot.
In comparison, they make it pretty easy on us here.
Go vote.

Early Voting:

In Texas, you can early vote through tomorrow.

Early voting closes on Saturday in New Mexico and on Sunday in Florida.

In Wisconsin, you can early vote through Monday.

Same with Ohio.

Go vote

Hip-hop for Obama:

http://vimeo.com/1891426

Go vote

Seriously, you guys.

Go vote