Reply #36: I figured support for this would divide right along Obama/Hillary lines [View All]

and I was right. I think folks being encouraged to participate further than checking a box is a great thing. Also, the doubt created by wayward voting machines would not be a factor, at least in the primary season. There is nothing undemocratic about a caucus, it is just that many people do not care enough to participate. Not even close to party bosses deciding. It is thousands of normal citizens deciding, and having healthy political discussions with fellow Democrats. I wear my support for Obama on my sleeve, and do not care what my bosses, neighbors, friends, or family think about it. I'd caucus ten times for him. That it is not a secret ballot shouldn't mean squat if you believe in your candidate and your own good judgment. And, for the third time, I will repeat I like MN's way of allowing a ballot for those who need to leave immediately. Employers must allow you to vote.