by Idia Enadeghe, Jodi Ham, and Jordan Adkins
Despite the convenience of early voting and mail-in ballots, some voters still prefer the experience of heading to the polls on Election Day. For Alvin Richardson, Mallory Martin and Oluwofemi Odekunle, voting in person represents more than casting a ballot. It is an opportunity to continue family traditions, connect with fellow voters and advocate for their communities. Howard University News Service reporters Jodi Ham, India Endegahe and Jordan Atkins explore why showing up on Election Day remains important to some voters.
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