demtenjeep
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Sun Mar-21-10 09:41 PM
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why is the tally so slow? |
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Sun Mar-21-10 09:43 PM
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1. Haha, well there is an explanation actually. |
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The way the House votes is with electronic voting stations that are placed around the chamber. Each member has a personal card that they use to record their vote. So basically they have to find a free station or wait in line!
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Sun Mar-21-10 09:44 PM
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2. why don't they have one at their desk? |
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Sun Mar-21-10 09:45 PM
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3. I guess with 435 members this way is easier |
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Sun Mar-21-10 09:47 PM
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4. 'cause the frakkers break down.....imagine servicing 435 of them! |
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