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First, the vote was just for white men. Then black men. Finally, women could vote. And then, young people who had turned 18. We tried to eliminate fraud (no more free shoes!) and to make sure that voters cast their ballots once-and only once. In short, since the 1789 election of George Washington's, much has changed in the way we vote. So as you enjoy your right to head to the polls today (and please do!),here's a look back at the history of election inclusion.

 
 
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  • Posted By: deputydawg @ 11/08/2008 3:53:11 PM

    If you have money you should have used it on a hearing aid and a education. You sound like a republican ad why dont' you think for yourself.

  • Posted By: deputydawg @ 11/08/2008 3:40:25 PM

    Wow how ignorant, mis-informed and flat out bigoted. You should be ashamed of yourself I bet you did no research and are spouting what you heard the republicans say during this election. Why don't you get a mind of your own and maybe some thoughts as well.

  • Posted By: deputydawg @ 11/08/2008 3:35:29 PM

    No he won through the electoral college and citizens that voted for him.

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