If my mom can do it, you can too

Way to go Mom. My mother is once again a registered voter, and despite some struggles, has already cast her absentee ballot. She realizes the importance of the election, and wanted to make sure she participated in it. She moved from Iowa to a Twin Cities suburb four years ago after my father died. She lives in a senior living facility, has poor vision, and hasn’t driven for years. Yet she was able to complete the process of getting all the documentation needed to cast her ballot. That first meant a trip to the DMV to get an ID. Her driver’s license is from Iowa and expired years ago. With help from friends, she made it to the DMV, but needed to make two return trips after rounding up her birth certificate. She mistakenly brought her baptismal certificate on her first trip but was undaunted. Finally, she got things in order and received her ID which allowed her to register to vote. After that she requested, received, filled out and mailed her absentee ballot. Not bad for an 87-year-old. If she can do it, you can too. If you are not registered to vote there is still time. In Wisconsin you can do it on election day, provided you have proper documentation. My mom wanted to make sure her voice was heard in this election. Please make sure your voice is heard as well.