Politics & Government

Why They Voted: Southland Residents Speak Up

Patch editors caught up with poll-goers adamant about exercising their right to step into the ballot boxes. What brought them to the polls?

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Patch editors are hitting the polls today, just like you and your neighbors in the Southland, to talk to voters about who they like in the presidential election and other key races, and which issues matter most to them. 

Join in the conversation in the comments below and tell us who you voted for and why. You can also join in our live blog to get election updates throughout the night:

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