I tried to early vote today
in Montgomery County, TX, in The Woodlands, a suburb of Houston. I was told the line to get into vote would be about 2 hours, which isn't a problem as I would wait all day to vote if I had to. However, very few people in the line were spaced 6 feet apart and many were not wearing masks, either. I realize outside is less of an issue than inside and I'd expect most the of voters to put on their masks when they went inside to vote but the sheer crowds made me a little uncomfortable, especially when a lady decked out in MAGA gear got directly behind me in line. Surprise Surprise: No mask! I wanted to tell her "You know they're not going to let you in like that with Trump gear," but why bother. I could sense a developing Karen moment. Anyway, to counter this issue, I decided I'm going to order a face shield to go along with my mask and try to arrive at the polling location before they open at 8. In '16, I early voted the first week (today is the first day in TX) and it took 15 minutes. All signs point to a high turnout election, which is great news for Democrats everywhere! I just wish more people took this pandemic seriously.