Democracy in action

Now that the results of Tuesday’s election are in, it’s important to take a moment to thank the people who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. The dedicated poll workers, election judges and the team at the Johnson County Clerk’s office deserve our deepest appreciation for their hard work and commitment to ensuring a fair, safe and smooth election.

From early in the morning to late at night, these volunteers were the ones making sure everything ran smoothly at polling stations across the county. They helped voters check in, answered questions and ensured that every ballot was properly cast. While many of us were busy going about our day, these volunteers were working to make sure every voice was heard.

The vast majority of election judges and poll workers return year after year, bringing with them not only their experience but a strong commitment to the democratic process. Election judges, in particular, are responsible for making sure the rules are followed, ballots are counted correctly and the integrity of the election is upheld. Poll workers, who are often the first point of contact for voters, help guide people through the voting process, check in voters and hand out ballots. The hours are long — sometimes 12 hours or more — but they do it because they believe in the importance of a fair and honest election.

It’s not just the volunteers at the polls who deserve thanks. Many community members also made sure those working the polls were well-fed, bringing lunch and dinner to help keep the workers energized through the long day. Their generosity and support helped ensure that everyone could stay focused on their important tasks.

At the heart of it all is County Clerk Jackie Camino and the county clerk’s office, who oversee the entire election process in Johnson County. Clerk Camino and her team spent months preparing, making sure all election laws were followed, there were enough workers and everything ran smoothly. Her leadership played a key role in ensuring the election went according to plan.

So, to all the poll workers, election judges and volunteers who helped make this election a success — thank you. Your hard work and dedication are the reason our democracy stays strong. We couldn’t do it without you.

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