I happen to live in a suburb and district that, too often, votes for Democrats (Illinois's 10th, where we are currently represented by a Republican, Bob Dold).  This year, people in my suburb are getting mailed notices with their names on top and underneath their names, in bold print, “Official Voting Record.” What follows is a rundown on the history of the recipients’ voting record since 2008 in general elections – not whom they voted for, but whether they voted.  Underneath that record is a notification that while your vote may be secret, whether or not you vote is a matter of public record. The mailing continues: This year we’re sending you and your neighbors those records to help you keep track of your civic participation. How would your friends, family and neighbors feel if they saw your voting record and knew you were an infrequent voter” Do your part and make a plan to vote on Tuesday,...(Read Full Post)