For so many years, Maggie had never had the urge to vote, but the 2016 Presidential elections changed her lackadasical attitude about the importance of voting. This 2016 election was too serious for her not to participate in choosing a presidential candidate. However, prior to going to the polls for the first time, she wanted to be an educated voter by becoming familiar with unfamiliar selections on the ballot. Some choices were obvious but selecting other candidates such as the state's Supreme Court and Circuit Court judges meant that she would have to obtain information on them. So, on the morning of early voting, she was prepared to make selections. She arrived at the location to an exciting atmosphere as crowds of people representing a diverse population of voters were already there. She also noticed the sounds of supporters shouting the names of candidates or passing out voter's guides. Looking at one of the voter's guide, however, Maggie noticed that it showed support for certain judicial candidates; however research indicated that these candidates swayed instead towards the opposing politican party. Such example indicated the importance for voters not to rely on these political guides but to take the time to educate themselves instead. Nevertheless, Maggie joined the queue, went through the voting process inside the building, and left with the "I Voted" sticker. Her first time voting was a satisfying experience that she will not take for granted in the future.
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