Syracuse, N.Y. (NCC News) – As voters arrived at the North Syracuse Community Center to cast their ballots, they all would have driven past one man who hoped to sway a few minds. In his possession were two signs that read names of the candidates he hope are elected when the results are final. However, behind his symbolic signs of persuasion is a message he wishes to pass on to the public.
Rob Santucci, Cicero Town Democratic Chair wants to be an example and a motivation for people to continue or begin voting. He believes that the process of voting and being a part of the decision-making process for leadership is important to the overall structure of an area. He says that his contribution is a representation of democracy.
“It’s important that people participate in democracy any way that they can, and this is one of my contributions today, said Santucci.
Though in the grand scheme of things he would hope that people read his signs and adhere to his wishes, the bigger picture is the turnout of voters. Also, he remembers the way he got into voting, and the long-lasting effect it left on him.
“I had a roommate who was very much involved in politics, and he made sure every year that we got out and we voted, and that carried through my entire life and I have always voted and will always continue to vote,” Santucci said.
The results of the ballots may go in one’s favor, but it may result in unhappiness as well, and Santucci makes that clear.
“Decisions are made every day that affect you, whether or not you want to believe that and you have to get involved in the process. Even if it’s as simple as casting a ballot, you have to,” he said.
The result of the elections will be announced later tonight.
