on tuesday, bethel residents took part in one of our countries oldest traditions: election day. well, about 700 of the 3,000 registered voters took part. since we are long time (almost two month) residents of bethel, and the city clerk lives across the street from our house, we were asked to be election officials for the big day. bridget, who joined us about 3 weeks after we arrivved in bethel was asked to be precinct chairperson- in charge of the city hall precinct. clearly, we were qualified for this task.
with what we know of bethel thus far, hilarity was sure to ensue. and this experience, like all others did not disappoint. my favorite alaska election law is that of the "PK" voter. there are 3 ways someone can check in to vote in their precinct on election day: 1- voter registration card, 2- other form of ID- preferably a driver's license or tribal card- but even a piece of mail with your name on it will do. now, if all of that is too official for you- you can rely on the "PK" or being "personally known" at the polls. basically, if you go to vote- and anyone in the room can vouch for you- that you are who you say you are- voila- gimme a ballot and let 'em rip. i felt proud when i could "PK" several people at my precinct, the senior center. and people actually get pretty hot under the collar if they feel that they should be "pk" and they show up and no one at the polls knows them.
oh, and when working at the polls, be sure to display your american flag- stars to the left- as it was the most specific instruction received during the entire election process.
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Dad could be PK for being the first voter on Election Day around here!
if you hang the stars to the left, does it mean that the country will follow? sarah: you are on to something here.
PK away.
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