Yesterday was the Indiana primary, one of Brett's favorite days of the year. The primary was delayed a month this summer because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but that didn't lessen his enthusiasm for it. This year Brett was more involved in the election process than at any other time in his life. He ran for two positions in Bloomington - Precinct Committee Person for Monroe County District 10 and Delegate to the state convention. He was also asked to be a reporter for various counties in his area tracking down the count totals by phone, email and other internet sources. That kept him busy the entire evening last night and part of the morning today. As an added bonus he was paid $100 for his effort and asked to work virtually on upcoming primaries in other states as well. He was nervous when he started his task, but was thrilled to have had the experience in the end.
Brett called this afternoon to let us know the results of the Monroe County election. He missed being a delegate for the state by thirteen votes. He said that he was okay with that as it would have cost him $100 to serve. He also wasn't as excited about the position this time as the convention was to be held virtually this year due to the pandemic. Losing the precinct position was a little more disappointing as his challenger only beat him by one vote. The good news was, however, that the head of the Republican party in Monroe County had already contacted him to serve as the chairperson of district 9 since he could be appointed to that position. Brett was excited about the opportunity and glad for the chance to meet fellow Republicans starting his life in Bloomington politics. We were definitely happy for him and glad to hear that it had all gone so well. I know that when we hung up the phone that Brett was already looking forward to the November election and all the excitement that it would have to offer.
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