We always save the final editorial before an election to urge registered voters to be sure to cast their ballots, but such exhortations appear superfluous this year.
From all indications, voters appear more energized for this year’s election than we can ever recall. Let’s restate that: Americans appear more energized to vote.
The distinction is not insignificant generally speaking, little more than 50 percent of the adult population has been registered to vote in recent years, and frequently, only half of the registered voters cast ballots.
Perhaps because of recent events, election issues or changes in voting and registration laws, a higher percentage of adults are now registered and far more appear poised to vote.
Note that voter registration in Manville is up more than 10 percent since 2004, to more than 5,000. That’s more than 60 percent of the borough’s estimated adult population.
Since Manville voters tend to vote at higher percentages when the presidential race is at the top of the ballots, we expect polling places to be much busier than usual Tuesday.
So what’s left to say?
For those uncertain whether or not they can make it to their polling location head to the county clerk’s office in Somerville before Monday and request an absentee ballot. You must submit an absentee ballot in person by 3 p.m. Monday (it’s too late to request or submit a ballot by mail, although the absentee voting form can be downloaded from the county Web site at www.co.somerset.nj.us/clerk/absentee).
For those uncertain who they want to vote for, jump on your computer and visit the Web sites of all the candidates (there are, in addition to the two main parties’ candidates, a variety of independents seeking the White House as well as congressional seats). Ignore political sites and endorsements, ignore forums and chatter, but consider the candidates’ own words and actions carefully they’re the only things the candidates are responsible for.
For those uncertain they’ll have time Tuesday, plan your day to make it. There will be lines throughout much of the day try to vote early (polls open at 6 a.m.). Talk to a neighbor or friend to work out childcare duties or rides.
Tuesday will be a historic day, regardless of turnout or who claims the most votes. Be sure to be a part of that history.

