American lawyer aids elderly votes

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Schwedt, who left his wife and three daughters back in Washington, offered various political parties his services. He rented a car at his own expense and was on the road as the polls opened yesterday morning. By nightfall, he had made about 20 runs.

"I'm not asking anyone how they vote, I'm just asking them to vote," he said.