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January 03, 2008
The Caucuses
When I was editor-in-chief of the Grinnell College student newspaper, the Scarlet and Black, I had never heard of a blog. Less than eight years later, the S&B's editor live blogged the Grinnell Democratic caucuses. It's kind of exciting to follow.
I have a policy of not commenting on politics here, but I think it's safe for me to share how moved I am by one element of today's caucuses in Iowa: turnout. I believe in democracy, and participation, and any time people choose to participate in their own governance in large numbers I find it inspiring.
Posted by Courtney_Sherwood at January 3, 2008 07:29 PM
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Fun with numbers:
Total Voter Turnout (approximate)
356,000
Percentage of total vote
24.5% Obama
20.5% Edwards
19.8% Clinton
11.4% Huckabee (R)
(http://www.groupnewsblog.net/2008/01/iowa-wrap-up.html)
Posted by: underwhelm at January 3, 2008 09:56 PM