Election Day part 2 by Jonathan Grass

The latter half of Election Day is seeing a much bigger turnout of voters at Ward 27, the University of Alabama Student Recreation Center. The three lines, which are organized by last name, are stretching out the door at this point.

Jim Patrie, the inspector at this ward, estimates that there have been over 2,000 votes cast here so far. Also, Fox 6 is recording the action for broadcast.

Most of the polling officials are too busy to comment at this point, but students are very eager to express their opinions. The lines are abuzz with discussions of hopeful outcomes. The economy seems to be the most common issue influencing candidate choices.

The lobby's television is tuned to CNN. Students are congregating on its surrounding couches to keep up with the exit polls. Ward 27 will stay open until 7 p.m., and the results will be posted at the Student Recreation Center at 8:30 p.m.