Mastodawn

The funniest thing I experienced working the polls today (aside from all the “Independents” seething that the Republican primary is now closed) was this exchange, in the context of the two “I Voted” stickers available:

old man: “So is the blue sticker for the retarded men?”
me: chuckles, falling to hide my amusement
old man: “Oh, you’re the Republican commissioner!”
me: “Democrat, but I can take a joke.”

Same old guy then proceeded to talk about how he’d like to shoot Zohran Mamdani dead as the clerks politely gestured towards the door.

#pollworker #elections #electionday #uspol #democrats

Sterling May 13

Dolly Parton going on about this 9–5 stuff when I just pulled a 5–9 #pollworker

Swiss Army Nerd May 9

I volunteered to work the polls this year, and I just spent the morning in training. For the May #primary election, I'll be working one day of early voting and #Election Day.

#Kentucky, I'll bet that your county could use help in the November general election...ask your county clerk! #pollworker

Jonathan Kamens 86 47 Apr 29

This is your periodic reminder that the City of #Boston is pretty much always looking for new poll-workers. You can make a bit of money, get to know your neighbors (if you work the polls in your neighborhood), and help preserve democracy.
You need to be a US citizen living in Massachusetts (but not necessarily Boston).
More info here: https://www.vote4boston.com/pollaccess/
I've been doing this for several years, so feel free to ask me any questions you have.
#BostonMA #pollWorker

Election Worker Access

Swiss Army Nerd Mar 27

Hey, #Kentucky - want to help run #elections in your county? Sign up to be a poll worker! Fill out the form linked below; your County Clerk will be notifed that you're available, and they'll contact you if you're needed. #pollworker #electionofficer

https://bit.ly/3Q3rkzY

Freedom From Religion Foundation [Unofficial]Nov 6, 2025

Freethought Radio – November 6, 2025

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://ffrf.org/news/freethought-radio/freethought-radio-november-6-2025/

Fitness Foundry (Coach Julio)Nov 5, 2025

🇺🇸 Poll Worker Reflection 🇺🇸

🗳️One of the best parts of being a #pollworker is witnessing new voters cast their ballots: from a newly naturalized citizen to a daughter guiding her mother through her first #vote. Each story is a reminder— #democracy lives in these moments.

👏🏽Everyone cheered. Everyone wore their “I Voted” sticker with pride.

🇺🇸I’m grateful to all who made it possible—fellow civil servants, law enforcement, and volunteers—who ensured the process was safe, accessible, and welcoming.

Jonathan Kamens 86 47 Nov 5, 2025

#Boston #pollWorker story…
When we were processing early voting ballots sent to us from City Hall to count, the Poll Pad said one of the early voters was inactive and needed to complete an affirmation of continuous residency. This, of course, was impossible, since the voter wasn't there, just their ballot was.
1/2
#BostonMA

Jonathan Kamens 86 47 Nov 5, 2025

Interesting #pollWorker story from today…
Unfortunately one of our voters forgot her wallet. She lives only 5 minutes away from the polling place, so after waiting a few minutes to see if she would come back for it, I walked over to her house to try to return it. Unfortunately there was no answer when I rang the bell, so I left a note. She didn't return before the polls closed, so we had to send it with our paperwork to the elections department for them to figure out what to do about.

Fitness Foundry (Coach Julio)Nov 4, 2025

🇺🇸 Election Day Poll Worker

🗽For the fifth time, I’m volunteering as a poll worker—standing alongside dedicated civil servants from all walks of life in our community. Together, we ensure the voting process is safe, accessible, and welcoming for everyone.

🗳️The polls open soon. Get out and vote today!

#ElectionDay #vote #pollworker #democracy #community #Election2025 #Volunteer #maldenma #northshorema #boston