GOOD Sheet: Does Your Vote Matter?

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October 24, 2008 • 10:54 am PDT
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What does your vote matter in a sea of electoral decision making? The truth is, a lot. Here are some of the closest elections in recent history so you know that deciding not to vote on Election Day could really make a huge difference.

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This exploration of close elections is a collaboration between GOOD and Open, NY. GOOD Sheet no. 007 is available in print in Starbucks from October 23-29.

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