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    Hundreds of votes were cast on the last day of early voting

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    On a rainy Sunday, more than a hundred voters crowded around the Capitol Drive Voting Center building on Milwaukee’s north side, waiting to cast ballots in the Nov. 5 election.

    Local faith leaders and parishioners gathered Souls are at the ballot boxAn organization dedicated to increasing voter turnout and busing people to the Capitol Drive Voting Center on Sunday, the last day of early voting in Milwaukee.

    “I know how resilient this community is, and I’m not surprised,” said the Rev. Gregory Lewis, director of Souls to the Polls. “This is the kind of energy that happens when people stand together. That’s what’s happening right now. People are focused and they’re standing together and they want to make sure their voices are heard.”

    Election workers were waiting for more than 700 voters to vote at the center from noon to 4 p.m.

    The center was one of five open venues Sunday, along with the American Serbian Hall. Zeidler Town HallGood Hope Library and Tippecanoe Library.

    At the Capitol Drive Voting Center, some voters gathered under umbrellas and waited in line for about 45 minutes to vote under overcast skies.

    “It’s a little boring, but it’s worth it. This is an important election, so I’m here to cast my vote,” said Jeff Thomas, one of the voters.

    “My daughter is the reason I’m here. I’m trying to make sure I vote to prevent her rights from being taken away,” said Shelly Scott, who was riding the bus with her daughter in a stroller.

    As of Sunday morning, the Milwaukee Elections Commission had received 102,080 ballots. More than 4,800 Milwaukee residents voted early yesterday. Compared to this point in the 2020 election cycle, Milwaukee’s early voting numbers are up 9% overall, according to MEC.

    How can I plan to go to the Polls with Spirits on Election Day?

    Souls are at the ballot boxan organization dedicated to increasing voter turnout, is offering free rides to the polls during early voting and on Election Day Tuesday.

    Call 414-742-1060 to schedule a free ride. Callers are encouraged to plan ahead and leave a message on voicemail. For questions about the program, voters can contact 917-501-1922 or email [email protected].

    Voters can find a list of other free and discounted transportation options to get to the polls Here.

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