If You're Not Voting Early and You're Worried about Militia Types at the Polls [View all]

[MineralMan]

Here's the thing: You're probably not going to see them at your polling place. If they show up anywhere, it will be at some polling places where most people believe as they do. They're not "Proud Boys" or "Brave Boys." They're not "Strong Boys," either. They're "Scared Boys."

If, by some chance you do encounter any such people outside of your polling place, just walk past them and ignore anything they have to say. Just go into your polling place and cast your vote. Don't engage with them. Don't argue with them. Just walk on by and vote inside, where they absolutely will not be allowed to be.

If you are actually threatened, turn back and call 911 to report the threat. Insist on a physical response by law enforcement. Don't take no for an answer. Then, wait for a law enforcement person to show up and ask that official to escort you into the polling place. Don't be afraid. The "Scared Boys" are not going to attack you or hurt you. They know that will lead to their arrest and that they won't be happy in jail.

If you have already voted, though, and have friends who you can count on, consider showing up at a polling place with your friends. Come armed with your cell phone camera, a GoPro, or some other high-definition video equipment. Stand well away from the "Scared Boys" and don't engage with them in any way. Simply record any harassments, threats, or other illegal behavior from them. Don't carry signs, wear political clothing, or do anything else. Just record what the "Scared Boys" do, if it involves voter intimidation efforts. If they threaten you, call 911 and ask for a law enforcement officer to be sent to your location. That is your right.