This was the most miserable of election cycles. But vote, you must.
Day: November 5, 2024
Al Pacino writes in ‘Sonny Boy’ about life, love, death and the movies
I met Al Pacino one September afternoon long ago at the wedding of David Mamet and Rebecca Pidgeon in Massachusetts. As the family gathered for pictures under a huge tree on the lawn, Pacino said, “C’mon, let’s get in on the pictures.”
Jim Nowlan: This is an obvious time for a Centrist Party in America
Moderates have been largely squeezed out of relevance by a combination of polarization, plus the extreme gerrymandering in many states.
Letters: Republicans and Democrats both warn this election is going to be a disaster
What a dilemma voters face. From what I hear and read, this election will be a disaster.
Today in History: Susan B. Anthony defies law and casts vote for president
On Nov. 5, 1872, suffragist Susan B. Anthony defied the law by casting a vote in the presidential election; she was later arrested and charged with “knowingly voting without having a lawful right to vote.” Found guilty at trial, she was fined $100, which she refused to pay.
Election Day 2024: Live results in Indiana
Ballots will begin to be counted after the final polls close at 7 p.m. Eastern. Follow live results here.
Asking Eric: Life is so fragile and so fleeting
Dear Eric: What would you recommend to help me with the little bit of bitterness I feel over people complaining about the most minor, often ridiculous non-issues, people who are squandering their precious days with anger or resentment over things that are not big deals while there are people hoping for just another year.
Election Day 2024: Live results in Illinois
The race for president tops the list of federal, state and local contests in Illinois, where voters have supported the Democratic presidential nominee for decades but lower-ballot contests are more competitive.
Election Day 2024 live results: Will County state’s attorney
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow is running unopposed for reelection.
Election Day 2024 live results: Will County Circuit Court clerk
Will County Circuit Court Clerk Andrea Chasteen, a Democrat, faces Republican challenger Diane Harris.