Early voting has begun. Sadly, turnout patterns in the north part of the county vs. the south part of the county are following an old familiar pattern. If you cared about the blue signs, if you don't want to see SoWal become an overdeveloped shadow of the place you love, if you want a sense of community, of place -- then be a good citizen and go vote. Tell your friends to go vote.
There is one race that stands above the others in importance -- the District 5 commissioners race. I hope that we, as a SoWal community, can coalesce around a candidate. It would be a real tragedy to have someone who does not have a South Walton presence and is not known in our community as our only representative on the BCC, but there is a huge chance that will happen.
I am starting a poll, and encourage everyone to post positive messages in support of a candidate in hopes that we can, as a community, decide to throw our support behind a candidate or two in this race. We all know that the person who takes Cindy Meadows seat will shape our community in profound ways in the years to come.
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wrobertwrobertBeach FanaticDeFuniak Springs4,132 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
wrobertBeach FanaticDeFuniak Springs4,132 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI started talking about this almost a year ago. Voter turnout in south Walton is abysmal at best. I was assured that this year was going to be different by several very active posters on this board. And that this year south Walton would set the tone. Well here are the numbers so far.
south Walton 387
north Walton 744
These are approximate numbers and include voted absentee ballots and through Thursday of last week. So far it is running about 2-1 in early voting. And north Walton is historically very high on vote day, especially compared to south Walton.
south Walton 387
north Walton 744
These are approximate numbers and include voted absentee ballots and through Thursday of last week. So far it is running about 2-1 in early voting. And north Walton is historically very high on vote day, especially compared to south Walton.
Smiling JOeSmiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
Smiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI voted for Alan Osborne in early voting in South Walton. While there, no other voter was present. That sure beats the heck out of waiting in line 3-4 hours to vote like I've done in other towns. Get out and vote!
I know that Alan Osborne will make a good Commissioner. He will listen to people and facts, and ask the right questions, before making decisions on issues. He is honest and fair, and plays by the rules. I really don't like most politicians, and the only reason I really like Alan Osborne as a candidate, is that he isn't a "politician." He doesn't ride the fence waiting to see which side you are on, before he leans toward one side. He says what he believes, not what he thinks what you want to hear. I also think he will keep an open mind on the issues, and isn't scared to admit mistakes when they occur.
I know that Alan Osborne will make a good Commissioner. He will listen to people and facts, and ask the right questions, before making decisions on issues. He is honest and fair, and plays by the rules. I really don't like most politicians, and the only reason I really like Alan Osborne as a candidate, is that he isn't a "politician." He doesn't ride the fence waiting to see which side you are on, before he leans toward one side. He says what he believes, not what he thinks what you want to hear. I also think he will keep an open mind on the issues, and isn't scared to admit mistakes when they occur.
Andy AAndy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
Andy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI voted for Alan Osborne in early voting in South Walton. While there, no other voter was present. That sure beats the heck out of waiting in line 3-4 hours to vote like I've done in other towns. Get out and vote!What coulk anyone possibly add to this evaluation of Alan Osborne. It is dead on with what I have learned in talking with the man.
I know that Alan Osborne will make a good Commissioner. He will listen to people and facts, and ask the right questions, before making decisions on issues. He is honest and fair, and plays by the rules. I really don't like most politicians, and the only reason I really like Alan Osborne as a candidate, is that he isn't a "politician." He doesn't ride the fence waiting to see which side you are on, before he leans toward one side. He says what he believes, not what he thinks what you want to hear. I also think he will keep an open mind on the issues, and isn't scared to admit mistakes when they occur.
ShallowsNoleShallowsNoleBeach FanaticPt Washington4,279 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
ShallowsNoleBeach FanaticPt Washington4,279 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticWhile I should really plead the fifth on this, I've been somewhat shocked at the lack of traffic in the south end Supervisor of Elections office as well. Not that I watch it all the time - or care to - but during my too-frequent visits to the Coke machine and the employee restroom, the silence in there has been deafening.
Please encourage your friends and neighbors to cast their vote - there have been races in which one vote did make the difference. We are headed for an absolute mess in this county if folks do not come out.
Please encourage your friends and neighbors to cast their vote - there have been races in which one vote did make the difference. We are headed for an absolute mess in this county if folks do not come out.
GoodWitch58GoodWitch58Beach Fanatic4,810 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
I voted Saturday morning (love the early voting!) and I, too, was the only person there. It is nice as there are no lines, no wait, and no taking off from work; but, come on folks, we need to turn out.
With early voting it is so easy--and it is a duty and a privilege. How can people not vote? I hope people are educating themselves and will eventually turn out to cast their votes...every one does count.
With early voting it is so easy--and it is a duty and a privilege. How can people not vote? I hope people are educating themselves and will eventually turn out to cast their votes...every one does count.
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI started talking about this almost a year ago. Voter turnout in south Walton is abysmal at best. I was assured that this year was going to be different by several very active posters on this board. And that this year south Walton would set the tone. Well here are the numbers so far.
south Walton 387
north Walton 744
These are approximate numbers and include voted absentee ballots and through Thursday of last week. So far it is running about 2-1 in early voting. And north Walton is historically very high on vote day, especially compared to south Walton.
My vote was #384 on the Sowal machine friday - usually I'm in the 500s! Apparently turnout is low this year despite the massive amounts of signs and biatching!
Andy AAndy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
Andy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticMy wife and I voted on Monday morning and my vote was #7. And guess who was also there doing his civic duty, which in this case was to vote.....Alan Osborne.
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertMight be a good idea to remind supporters about the campaigning rules near voting locations.
I'm going to go out on a limb and say that the lady chatting to someone IN the election office while wearing a t-shirt advocating that people vote for a certain candidate is a no-no! :roll:
I'm going to go out on a limb and say that the lady chatting to someone IN the election office while wearing a t-shirt advocating that people vote for a certain candidate is a no-no! :roll:
SantiagoSantiagoBeach Fanaticseagrove beach635 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
What coulk anyone possibly add to this evaluation of Alan Osborne. It is dead on with what I have learned in talking with the man.
I will second this second. I can't imagine Alan beating around the bush on any issue. I sincerely hope that he prevails because above anything else, we really need a strong representative to voice the concerns of South Walton citizens.
Andy AAndy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
Andy ABeach FanaticBlue Mountain Beach4,389 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticMight be a good idea to remind supporters about the campaigning rules near voting locations.I believe you are right and you are wrong. If the lady was actually campaigning for a candidate: i.e. "vote for so and so because we need him/her", then you are right. If she was merely wearing the tee shirt and was there to vote, was not discussing the races and was not passing out campaign literature, then you are wrong, IMO.
I'm going to go out on a limb and say that the lady chatting to someone IN the election office while wearing a t-shirt advocating that people vote for a certain candidate is a no-no! :roll:
destinscubadestinscubaBeach Loveron Eastern Lake180 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Lover
destinscubaBeach Loveron Eastern Lake180 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach LoverI went on friday (#356) @ about 2p, I did overhear one of the workers telling the women overseeing them that the turn out was heavier then it was the previous days.
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI believe you are right and you are wrong. If the lady was actually campaigning for a candidate: i.e. "vote for so and so because we need him/her", then you are right. If she was merely wearing the tee shirt and was there to vote, was not discussing the races and was not passing out campaign literature, then you are wrong, IMO.
I'm not sure on the exact rules (google failed me), but common sense would dictate that if I am inside the polling place and in the process of voting in a election, I should not be looking at something that reads "vote for candidate x." :wave:
wrobertwrobertBeach FanaticDeFuniak Springs4,132 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
wrobertBeach FanaticDeFuniak Springs4,132 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI'm not sure on the exact rules (google failed me), but common sense would dictate that if I am inside the polling place and in the process of voting in a election, I should not be looking at something that reads "vote for candidate x." :wave:
Should not hang out. But can conduct business is my understanding. I always try to take off any buttons and such before I go into the courthouse office. People are going to talk no matter what you do, but try to give them less to talk about.
LandlockedLandlockedBeach FanaticAlabama3,216 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
LandlockedBeach FanaticAlabama3,216 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticWalton County could probably double voter turnout if Kurt would unplug Sowal.com for an hour or two.
princepesaprincepesaBeach Comber17 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Comber
Voter turnout has been a problem for years. If South Walton got together, they could elect almost anyone to office with the numbers of voters in south. But if they stay lazy they
will most likely still be underrepresented even in their own districts. Too bad. People like to moan and groan but don't want to bother to vote.
will most likely still be underrepresented even in their own districts. Too bad. People like to moan and groan but don't want to bother to vote.
DuneLakerDuneLakerBeach FanaticEastern Lake Est., SoWal, FL2,643 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
DuneLakerBeach FanaticEastern Lake Est., SoWal, FL2,643 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI have about 10 signs that just say "Please Vote." If you would be willing to stand in SoWal and wave this sign at least 10 hours this week (and several hours on election day near SoWal polling places), stop by tomorrow and pick one up. Suggest entrance near Sandestin, 98 and along 30A intersections.
scooterbug44scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertAs a reminder, you can vote at the 331 Annex Monday through Saturday from 8:30-4:30! :wave:
JdargJdargSoWal Expert18,040 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
JdargSoWal Expert18,040 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert#485:wave:
kathydwellskathydwellsDarlene is my middle name, not my nicknameLacey's Spring, Alabama13,303 postsJoined View profileMessageDarlene is my middle name, not my nickname
kathydwellsDarlene is my middle name, not my nicknameLacey's Spring, Alabama13,303 postsJoined View profileMessageDarlene is my middle name, not my nicknameWalton County could probably double voter turnout if Kurt would unplug Sowal.com for an hour or two.
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