Finding Ulysses

Yes, it’s true, there are no competitors on the ballot against the two Democratic village trustees and our Democratic mayor. But, as Jim Dennis reminded me on the telephone last night, the Republicans can take advantage of the apathy about this apparently uncontested election to coast to victory through a write-in campaign of just a few votes.

Besides, if you’re one of those Democrats who opposed the idea of putting our incumbents back on the ballot this year, well, then you can show up and cast a blank ballot as a protest non-vote vote, to send message.

Also, there’s that referendum on the ballot about extending the terms of village trustees. A lot of t-burgers are up in arms about this issue – one way or the other.

So, how about getting yourself on down to the Trumansburg Village offices between Noon and 9:00 today and doing that little democracy dance? Democracy doesn’t bring us perfect results, but it’s better than the alternative.