‘Why are you here?’: Houston area voters write out reasons they’re voting this election

HOUSTON – As registered voters in the Houston area head to the polls to cast their ballots, some are taking the time to explain why they are voting in this election.

KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding set up an easel with paper at a voting center, located at 7008 S Rice Ave., in Bellaire, asking voters, “Why are you here?” and “What issues matter most?”

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Here’s what some voters have written down:

“My first time voting as an adult and a naturalized American citizen!”

“I’m here to vote.”

“To make history.”

“To vote for peace.”

“To keep peace | love + tacos in USA.”

“To vote No for HISD bonds. No trust, no bond!”

“It’s my civic duty! God Bless America!”

“Make sure everything working properly.”

“No trust, no bond & women’s health.”

“For my ppl! :)”

“Because I’m a woman.”

“My voice being heard!”

“For women.”