Community Corner

Voters Dislike 'SAT' Style of Voting

CommackPatch users and residents comment on the new system of voting on Election Day 2010.

Commack Patch user, , responded to the article from Tuesday morning and said: 

I'm definitely not a fan of the new system. I felt like I had no privacy and the volunteers were nearly having conversations with me while I was filling out the ballot. Then they physically took the form from me, put it in the machine, and hit the button.

I also preferred the old machines because I remembered it being a positive experience. Growing up, my parents let us hit the switches and pull the lever. I think it helped instill in me a sense that we were making a choice and hopefully having an impact on our country. Today, I sat my son on the floor with a few toys while I filled out a form that reminded me of an SAT exam. Not exactly exciting. At least make my life convenient and let me vote at home from my computer.

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