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Hartselle Enquirer

It’s election time again

On Tues., Nov. 4, voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots in another bi-annual  General Election.

It’s important  for us to mark that date on our calendars  and follow up by going to the polls and voting.

We will be deciding who will be our governor for the next four years and who will be our license commissioner for the next six years.. Other offices subject to a statewide vote include Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General and Secretary of State.

Fifth U.S. Congressional District voters will choose between Republican incumbent Mo Brooks and Independent Mark Bray for the U. S. House of Representatives. Decatur voters will have a choice between Republican incumbent Terri Collins and Democrat challenger Rex Cheatham for State Representative, District 7.

Remember, there are also five proposed  constitututional amendments  subject to a statewide vote.

If you’re a Hartselle voter and that’s not enough to arouse your interest, consider that a special referendum will be conducted at the same time for the third time in six years to determine whether or not businesses  inside the city limits should be allowed to sell alcoholic beverages on their premises.

The measure was defeated 3,478 to 3,066 votes in 2012, a margin of 412 votes.

If you have reservations about the difference one vote can make in the outcome of an election, consider this.

In Falkville’s Municipal Election in August 2012, two candidates for a town council position each polled 144 votes. A recount was made and nothing changed. Consequently, the race had to be decided in a run-off election six weeks later.

A two-vote difference separated the vote total of two Hartselle mayoral candidates several years ago. The candidate who lacked three votes for a majority win challenged the result and threatened a lawsuit. Ultimately, the other candidate pulled out and a town council winner was elected to fill the term.

At a time when our nation is struggling to overcome a recessional economy and strong leadership is needed at all levels of government, a loud voice is needed from the electorate. Do we want a future for our children and grandchildren that is fueled by freedom of choice and the opportunity to succeed or one that is based on government entitlements and dependency? The answer will be decided at the ballot box. Don’t forget it’s election time again, and go to the polls and cast your vote November 4.

Clif Knight is a staff writer for the Hartselle Enquirer.

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