Kentucky candidates encourage the community to make their voice heard
KENTUCKY ( FOX 56 ) — Kentucky saw a record-breaking turnout for early voting this year, and before more voters head to the polls on Tuesday, candidates running for office are using every last second to meet with them.
They said it's important to encourage everyone to make their voice heard.
The 88th House District incumbent Cherlynn Stevenson spent election day eve going door to door asking people for their vote. She said she's reached more than 31,000 homes this election cycle.
"We can't just always assume that everyone lives in the political bubble that we do, and we need them to recognize that tomorrow is a super important election, that polls are open from six to six, where they can go to vote," said Stevenson.
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Her opponent Vanessa Grossl also believes in the power of meeting voters face to face. She spent the day in Fayette and Scott counties educating people on what it would mean to vote for her.
"We're ready for change in this district," said Grossl. "And we're ready for someone that will have a voice at the decision-making table."
State officials said taking initiative is what it takes to get people to the polls.
"I can't tell you how many folks when you show up at their door actually appreciate that," said Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman. "And respect the fact that you're willing to show up face to face with them and allow them an opportunity to talk to you about the things that they care about."
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Stevenson and Grossl said hope to see a great turnout regardless of who people vote for. Both said they're advocating for policies that will work to make Kentucky a better place.
"Public schools, women's health, health care, public safety, all of those good things," said Rep. Stevenson.
"To live a life worth living," added Grossl. "To have a good job. To be able to afford groceries, a little gas for their car, maybe a vacation. We want that for every single Kentuckian."
Polling locations will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
