We voted today, early

We waited in line at Veterans Memorial in downtown Columbus, Ohio over 4 hours this afternoon to vote. Lines wrapped all the way down the side of the building, and even longer inside the building itself. It's hard to judge, but I'd say there were minimally a few thousand people in line continuously from the time we arrived until about 5:30 when we finally finished voting. The line's end had just entered the building as we walked out.

The demographics of the voters was by far the most interesting aspect. I would not be exaggerating to say 80% were black, with the remainder comprising Somalians, college students, and just plain "white" folks. More women than men, too. If most of these people were voting for Obama (and I believe they were, since only Obama volunteers were on hand and everyone carried Obama pamphlets), my humble estimate is that McCain doesn't stand a chance. At least in Ohio. This time around, most Americans are voting, and this is a very good thing. Republicans probably aren't feeling so good about it, but they had their chance and they flat-out blew it.

My wife says this is history being made. Though I suppose the election could still be stolen, from what I saw I sincerely doubt it

But this means, more than ever, no matter who you support--get out and VOTE!