Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Decision Day '08

With voters streaming to the polls on this historic Election Day, how is your newspaper reporting on turnout and examining problems at polling places?

USA TODAY is allowing voters to share their stories.

The Chicago Tribune created an e-mail address for readers to report voting problems. It also is accepting photos.

The Washington Post is reporting minor problems in voting in its outer suburbs. In an election package, it is making use of mapping technology to report "Candidates Make Final Appeals." Post readers can stay up-to-date throughout the day with news via Twitter and alerts via text and e-mail.

The New York Times is reporting "Lines, Glitches and Enthusiasm."

The Miami Herald, which includes an interactive graphic about the presidential candidates in its coverage, reports things are humming along in its circulation area. "Polls busy but few glitches reported."

The Plain Dealer in Cleveland posts a blogs roundup on its Home Page. On its Northeast Ohio News Page, it notes that "Elections chief reports no major problems in voting."

The Philadelphia Inquirer also is accepting reader photos. Its news headline: "High turnout, few problems in Philly, says watchdog."

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