Mental Floss

VOTING



Something to think about while you’re casting your ballot.

There were some very compelling reasons for choosing the first Tuesday in November as Election Day—at least, they were when that date was chosen.

Meredith Danko






Mark your calendars!

There are a few reasons—including a little something to do with the horse and buggy. Find out more about the history of Election Day.

Erin McCarthy








Astronaut Kate Rubins casts her ballot from space.

Kate Rubins cast her ballot from the International Space Station with the help of a county clerk and a nifty technology known as the PDF.

Ellen Gutoskey