Democrats Ought to Vote in the Primary, Too

Some, like the blog Daily Kos, are saying the mantra before the February 9th caucus was "the primary doesn't count." I don't believe it. Nonetheless, it's worth mentioning that there is a Presidential Primary, this Tuesday, February 19, and Democrats ought to vote in it.

In many districts, there is more on the ballot than merely presidential preference. Levies, fire district bonds, and other important measures are on the ballot, maybe in your district.

Local county election sites have more information on what's on the ballot and how you can return your ballot. Remember to get your ballot returned or postmarked by February 9.

Grays Harbor County Elections
Mason County Elections
Kitsap County Elections
Thurston County Elections

From the Daily Kos, we read:

I have it from reliable sources that the Washington State Superdelegates are going to cast their votes based on the Primary's result (not the caucus) . . . so make sure you [vote in it].

While this rumor was soundly dismissed, the theory has circulated that while there may not be that sort of agreement, a Clinton primary win, thought [sic] it would provide zero real delegates, would give Washington superdelgates an excuse to support establishment-favorite Clinton, without appearing to oppose the will of their state.

Let's hope the whole issue of superdelegates, and how they are used in this year's campaign, doesn't end up biting us Democrats.

Are you voting in the primary? Why or why not? Leave your comments below.