Super Tuesday voters cast their ballots based on the issues

JACKSON, Tenn. — Voters take to the polls to let their voice be heard, each saying they have their own concerns for the presidential election.

“I just don’t like a lot of what I’m seeing on TV, and I know I need to get out here and make a difference,” voter Onitha Gunn said.

Republicans and Democrats alike shared their views.

“I think people are concerned about jobs, the economy, a lot of people are concerned about immigration. I’m concerned about jobs and the way this country’s going,” voter Wendell Teague explained.

Voters said it is change they would like to see.

“I’m a Christian and I’m very concerned about the way this country’s headed,” voter Carole Anne Mayhall explained.

Other citizens are concerned for the economy. “Personally, I want to see the economy thrive, and so the candidate I’m going for is the one that’s going to make those decisions and that’s going to let the free market thrive,” voter Misha Barbour said.

Some aren’t pleased with any of the candidates, but say you can’t complain if you don’t show up to your precinct.

“It takes a lot of thinking and a lot of planning. The process is not perfect. I’m not sure it will ever be, but I have to participate if I want to be a part of making it better,” voter Virginia Mills said.

The Madison County Republican Party said its voters are eager.

“The Republican Party is probably as energized as I’ve ever seen since the days of Ronald Reagan, back in 1980. Republicans are active, we’re have a little in-party fighting, but that’s normal,” Republican Party chair Mike Peery said.

Democrats said the election process is just beginning.

“We’ve seen a brilliant exchange of ideas between our two candidates, Senator Sanders, Secretary Clinton, and so we’re looking forward to putting the nomination process into high gear,” Byron Elam with the Madison County Democratic Party said.

Polls closed at 7 o’clock Tuesday evening.