Voters in Rhode Island braved the early morning chilly temperatures to head to the polls at sunrise. And on through the day and into the late evening hours before polling places closed, lines were still strong.
It's fun to watch the coverage and intensity that this day brings. Twitter feeds are steady with election opinions and thoughts, it's quite tiresome when I'm really looking for up-to-date sports stories. But I can understand, and I actually like it.
The media coverage is quite extensive. From bloggers, journalists, and television talking heads, you can't escape it. And it is needed. While newspapers and media companies are looking to cut budgets, this type of coverage is needed. It's keeps the politicians honest and transparant.
Politi-fact is outstanding and without it, who would keep these political "statements" in check? Particularly in the few days leading up to election day where a campaign may go that extra mile with some outrageous claims and accusations, perhaps as a sign of desperation.
But with outstanding coverage by the local media and expert analysis, voters will have enough knowledge to make the right choice.
At least that is their right.
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