CLEVELAND (WJW) – “A chance to have my voice heard.” It’s a phrase FOX 8 heard often when asking residents in Cuyahoga County why they decided to vote in Ohio’s Primary Election.
With both the candidates for the 2024 Presidential Election already determined, Tuesday is all about the highly contested GOP Senate race.
It’s the only reason why John Wicktora says he’s voting in the cold.
“I want a voice in who is going to be the Republican candidate,” Wicktora said.
Stephanie Fry says she votes during every election, regardless of what’s at stake.
“Because it’s important. These are officials that are going to be representing us and our local community for years,” Fry said.
Going into the day, early voting numbers in Cuyahoga County were considered to be low.
The hope for at least one board of election official is a 40% turnout by the end of Tuesday.
As of 4:25 p.m., the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is reporting a 15.7% voter turnout rate.
Linda Stroemple votes during every election at Saint Pat’s Church located in Kamm’s Corners. She is stunned when finding out there’s no waiting around to cast a ballot on Tuesday.
“I was expecting a big line so I dressed warm, but people will probably come later,” she said.
For Stroemple and for several others we spoke with, the process to vote takes just about 10 minutes.
It’s a nice bonus in the cold weather, all in an effort to have their voice heard.
“If they were going to give away something free here every day, wouldn’t you come and get it? Well they are giving this away for free, so come and do it,” said voter, Bill Terwoord.
Brad Hamilton
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