Election Day

Election day is upon us. Take the time to get out there and vote, because more than ever, your vote counts. Here are some tips for those who are interested:

1: Take the time. Getting out there is an important thing, but don't cut it so short that if you get caught up in line that you get frustrated.

2: Proof. Some of you may have questions about residency. If you rent in the county, take your lease, power bill, or phone records with you. Something with your address on it that places you in the state and at the place of residence for more than 30 days.

3: DL. It is now a law in the State of Idaho that you provide a state issued form of identification, so don't get caught without it. Bring your ID in ID.

4: Don't let intimidation push you from making your move. It has been reported all over the country, people don't want you to get your vote in. If you see someone trying to get you discouraged about voting simply take a picture with your cell and notify the authorities.

5: Vote with your conscience at play. If you have a certain set of principles, stick with it. Vote for those candidates that you feel will make those decisions.

As a side note: Students that are from out-of-state, BE AWARE. If you are here at the UI on scholarship and don't want to loose that scholarship, do not vote in Idaho. Once you vote in Idaho you are considered an Idaho Resident and will no longer be eligible for your out of state scholarships or the WUE. This means you have to pay out-of-state tuition for the next 12 months because you have to have an Idaho ID for 12 months in order to get in-state tuition. It is a big goof on your part if you do so.

Good luck tomorrow and I hope my team wins!

MHF