Absentee Voting Program Kicks Into High Gear By Jim GaramoneAmerican Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Aug. 14, 2002 -- If you think your vote doesn't count, just ask George W. Bush and Al Gore. With the 2002 general election fast approaching Nov. 5, Federal Voting Assistance Program officials are sponsoring Armed Forces Voters Week, Sept. 1-7. The week is designed for military installations worldwide to highlight voting issues. "The objective is to create awareness of the electoral process and to motivate military members to participate in the upcoming general election," said Polli Brunelli, federal voting program director. "We want to...
