Election Day Reflections on Voting: Voters Highlight Important Election Issues They Believe In

Election Day has rolled around again and people in Canton have recently raced to the polls to cast their votes. In a presidential election year with such high stakes, everyone is eager to let their voice be heard. The Canton Fire House was one of the polling sites in town busy with a constant stream of voters throughout the day Tuesday.

Despite the fire house being packed to the brim, people were casting their votes in an efficient manner late Tuesday morning. There was a line out the door at first, but the volunteers were making sure things went smoothly. In a hectic day for all involved, the poll volunteers are often the people who are underappreciated.

Amelia, a first-generation college student, stressed the importance of getting out to vote and letting your voice be heard. “I think everybody should get out there to the polls and vote because your vote matters weather your beliefs align with mine or not,” she said as she walked out of the fire house. Others touched on the importance that this presidential election could have on women’s rights.

“Not letting us have the choice to do what we want with our bodies, especially women, is scary,” noted her friend Deborah.

The Heritage Foundation’s proposed Project 2025, often perceived to be associated with President – elect Donald Trump was mentioned by several voters on their way out of the polls. “We worked so hard to accomplish what we have and Project 2025 would be such a setback,” noted Zepora, another local voter. Lots of voters also shared similar feelings about being scared for the future of the country if the person they voted for does not win, regardless of which way they voted. “Whatever happens with the results will determine what happens to this country,” noted Mary Woodman, a SLU alum.

Another voter, Mason, mentioned some of the issues that drove his decision to vote. “Abortion, economics, border policy and taxes on important are some of the issues that are most important to me.” He went on to add that he is pro-choice in terms of the abortion issue.

Perhaps the strongest feelings mentioned from voters coming out of the fire station came from Woodman, who stressed that she cares not only about women’s rights, but everybody’s rights. “I
don’t want a dictator as my president,” noted Woodman, who willingly pointed out that she was referring to President – elect Trump. Woodman also added that she strongly believes women are going to determine the outcome of the election and she was thrilled to have her voice be heard.
In a pivotal election year that has generated controversy nationwide and even worldwide, somewhere as innocent seeming as the Canton Fire House brought out lots of passion from voters. Regardless of which
candidate emerges victorious, the 2024 Presidential Election is certain to be talked about for years to come.