John Oliver explains why Virginians need to vote tomorrow

by | Nov 3, 2015 | POLITICS

HBO’s Last Week tonight doesn’t usually hold back, but this past Sunday’s episode hit close to home when it focused on the four states that g

HBO’s Last Week tonight doesn’t usually hold back, but this past Sunday’s episode hit close to home when it focused on the four states that go to vote this Tuesday, including us in Virginia.

A montage of national news coverage talking about the 2016 Presidential election was quickly lampooned by host John Oliver.

“By the time it’s done, the 2016 election will have lasted the entire lifespan of a hamster from birth all the way to popsicle grave,” he quipped.

Meanwhile, we’ve got House and Senate races here in Virginia tomorrow and it would be really great if the Commonwealth could show up this time.

Only 41% of you came out and played your role in democracy last year, and that’s down from 2013 when 43% of you gave a shit enough to do something with your first Tuesday in November besides change your Brita filter.

Take a look at Oliver’s points below and consider stopping by your local public school and trying to vote.

If you’re registered to vote, you can find out where to vote by heading here.

Brad Kutner

Brad Kutner




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