Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Poll worker votes for nursing home resident - Voter wanted to vote for McCain but her ballot was marked for Obama


Ohio - Poll workers from opposing sides in the presidential race apparently clashed in a physical altercation Friday at a Cuyahoga Falls nursing home when one accused the other of improperly marking a ballot. The alleged assault piqued the interest of Sen. John McCain's presidential campaign — as the voter in question reportedly wanted to vote for McCain but her ballot was initially marked for Sen. Barack Obama. ''This is a troubling report that emphasizes the importance of having a transparent and open process in every voting place in Ohio,'' said Paul Lindsay, a spokesman for McCain's campaign. More... Magazine Lane - Discount Cigarettes & Tobacco - Nutty News Marketplace - PetsMart