SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Tuesday marks a pivotal election day, and emotions are running high. 28/22 News Kathryn Oleary took to the streets of Scranton to hear how people are feeling about Tuesday.
People across our area are feeling everything from optimism to nervousness
As the countdown to Election Day winds down, you can feel both nerves and excitement in the air, especially for first-time voters eager to participate
"I'm feeling a bit anxious, a little nervous, I'm excited though cause it's my first time that I'm going to be able to vote so we'll see how it goes," said New Jersey resident Alyson Rymas.
"I'm a little bit anxious but I'm excited to vote tomorrow, you know. I'm excited to go out and participate in democracy its gonna be nice," said Tyler Guidetti from New Jersey.
Some voters say they're just eager to see the outcome of one of the most pivotal elections.
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"I'm excited 'cause I know it's like a super pivotal election. I'm trying to see what policies people are really like I guess supporting, but at the end of the day, everyone has their own opinions so I'm excited for a new chapter in the country," said New York resident Matthew Campbell.
On the other hand, some expressed nervousness and anxiety about what Tuesday could bring.
"You know things going on in our country. It's very hot right now so I think this is an important event and so I'm a little anxious but I'm hopeful," said Adriana Valentin from New York.
"Very anxious and hopefully it'll be a great outcome for the good of the country," said Greenridge resident Helene O'Malley.
28/22 News asked each person if they feel the country is moving in the right direction, regardless of the election outcome, and opinions were split.
"I do, I do, I think our country will eventually pick up and everybody will be ok," Pamela Reed from Scranton said.
"Absolutely not, I think there's a lot of chaos and destruction and I really hope that this here will guide us to a more safe environment," said Scranton resident Shyann Patel.
"I honestly think that does depend on the election. I think what happens is going to make a big wave," Valentin added.
Polls open on Tuesday at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m.
After 8:00 p.m., no other ballots will be accepted.
