Final Thoughts on Election Night 2021 - Election Rant

At the close of our Election Results Show Tuesday night, I admonished the residents of the City of Kinston for not voting. Like it or not you may complain about the road conditions, wasteful spending, crime rates, property transfers, etc., but I don't have to listen to you if you don't care enough to vote. Of the last 5 mayoral elections, this race had the 4th worst number of votes EVEN WITH 4 CANDIDATES FOR MAYOR. One would think that more candidates would equate to more voters. It's simply pathetic.

Furthermore, there are many county residents displeased with the results. You can influence city elections by 1) moving to the city and registering to vote, 2) writing a check to a candidate's campaign, or 3) volunteering.

Congratulations to all the winners last night. And to those who put their names on the ballots and lost, kudos to you for putting your name on the line, developing a platform, and trying to make our community a better place. Thank you very much!

Total Mayor Election Votes
2021 - 3,877
2017 - 4,169
2013 - 4,036
2009 - 3,598
2005 - 4,295

Population of Kinston
2020 - 20,035
2010 - 21,677