Tomorrow I will be a dribble, a tiny fraction, an inconsiderable portion of the voice of Killeen. I feel good about that.
My voice will be bigger than it ought to be because, even with record turnout, less than 8% of registered voters will cast ballots. But that's not why I feel good. It's because during the election cycle, the people who care have exchanged ideas and influenced each other. Sometimes subtly, sometimes blatantly we've either changed each others' minds or we haven't. The weight of the arguments will be determined one tiny increment -- one vote -- at a time.
I'm happy where I ended up. I think I know how the city can prosper and which candidates are best equipped to make that happen. I'm eager to see if my views line up with those of the other participants in the discussion.
And if they don't line up, that's OK. I'll see what I can learn from it. The only way I can lose tomorrow is if I don't vote.
I want to thank you for your efforts. You have helped this election process. You tell it the way you see it. Can't say I always agree with all your writings, but with your style, they do make sense as to your feelings. I hope more people read your blog in the future.
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