Gwinnett County Voters Don’t Mind The Long Lines

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The first day of early voting in Gwinnett County left many voters pleasantly astonished. Over 300,000 ballots were cast on Tuesday by Gwinnett County voters, a record-breaking number that surpasses the previous first-day record by 123%, according to the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office.

Long Lines in Lawrenceville, But Spirits Remain High

At the Board of Elections office in Lawrenceville—a key polling location for Gwinnett County voting—people began lining up as early as 6:30 a.m., well before the 7 a.m. opening. By mid-morning, the line wrapped around the building, but voters didn’t seem to mind the wait.

One Lawrenceville resident mentioned that she decided to vote early due to upcoming travel plans and waited about 30 to 40 minutes. Another local voter simply wanted to “get it out of the way” and appreciated the smooth and well-organized process inside.

Gwinnett County Voters Embrace the Wait

The sunny, cool, and slightly windy weather contributed to a positive atmosphere as people stood in line for nearly an hour. Many voters passed the time by chatting with those around them, sharing their reasons for coming out early for Gwinnett County voting.

A young voter from Grayson expressed surprise and excitement over the large turnout. “I didn’t think there would be so many people out here this early, but it’s great to see,” he said. He noted that others around him were so committed that they took rideshares to be there, and some even turned down shorter lines elsewhere to stay.

High Enthusiasm Marks Gwinnett County Voting

When asked why he thought people were so energized, one voter commented that this election feels particularly significant. “This election is probably one of the most sensitive we’ve had,” he observed.

An experienced voter compared the enthusiasm to past elections, saying, “I think it’s going to be a larger turnout than they’re predicting, like it was back when Reagan ran.” He believes that voters are more enthused than ever about participating in Gwinnett County voting.

Making Voices Heard in Lawrenceville

There was a shared sentiment among voters that the more people who make their voices heard, the better. As one resident put it, “There’s no time limit on the value of what we want to see in the world.”

Polls in Gwinnett County are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If the first day is any indication, Lawrenceville can expect continued high turnout throughout the early voting period.