One might argue tomorrow is one of the most important days in the United States in a long, long time
Tuesday, November 3rd is Election Day. And this is a presidential election year. Early voting numbers from throughout the country are extremely high and most experts believe total voter turnout will be at or above all-time records.
Cape Girardeau County Clerk Kara Clark Summers believes between 82-85% of registered voters in the county will vote in this election. She made this prediction after a record setting day of absentee ballots. She is hopeful the high absentee numbers will ease the crowds at the polls tomorrow.
Certainly, there are many issues surrounding this election. The global pandemic, civil unrest, the economy, the Supreme Court, tax policy, immigration policy, and more are all front and center. But let’s focus on what business owners believe about this election.
Several surveys I’ve seen are consistent in reporting the opinions of business owners. More than 80% of small business owners believe the outcome of the presidential election will have an impact on their businesses. Interestingly, those numbers are regardless of party affiliation. And almost 85% of them believe the economy as a whole will be affected depending upon the outcome. One other startling number – 52% are concerned about the longevity of their business. This is a result of concerns about the election, the ongoing pandemic and civil unrest.
Yes, tomorrow is extremely important. Please make sure you exercise your right to vote.
