[Timmy]

There are some political newbies on the site who are gumming up the works. The way the networks call the states is based on exit polling and actual returns from key districts. Unless it is very close, they can usually make the call based on exit polls. That's why New Jersey and others can be called quickly (0%, exit polls only) and some have to wait until the data is confirmed.

So don't get excited about a 10% lead based on 20% reporting. It doesn't necessarily mean anything, as it matters where those votes came from. Patience . . . and, of course, COURAGE.

[kingedgars]

Kerry is now up in Ohio.

[RightMindedMom]

"Unless it is very close, they can usually make the call based on exit polls."

So why won't they call Texas for Bush then?