a result, a push for a universal and modern ballot has been expressed by the public. State funds will be invested to update the voting machines and counters. The narrow presidential race has also proven the slogan, "every vote counts." The narrow victory in Florida for George Bush, will undoubtably motivate Americans to vote in the next election. In fact, Americans will be encouraged to learn the issues and make an informed vote. The election, which lasted for several weeks, will have a lasting effect on the future of this country. Specifically, the election gave the country an informed and inspired voter.The next election should bring a new form of election coverage to the American people. The election night debacle of the Bush states, Gore states, and too close to call states, made that night confusing and frustrating. The early predicted win by Al Gore in Florida had an influence on the voters' turnout in the west, which could have changed the outcome of this election. For this reason, the media can make an improvement by holding their predictions until every last vote is counted. The media also learned that night that being first in not important, but being right is definitely important. Further media problems were discovered as well. For instance, pre election polls were proven to be very misleading and inaccurate. George Bush had a 5% lead on Al Gore, just a few days prior to the election. With Al Gore winning the popular vote of the country, the polls were shown to be wrong and unnecessary. Therefore, the media has admitted to their mistakes, and will redeem themselves in 2004.In conclusion, the first presidential election of the new millennium, has brought a positive change to America. During the countries time of crises, the judicial system kept itself strong and assertive. Furthermore, Americans are now motivated to cast their vote in future elections. A similar change can also be seen in the media. Its citizens will observe a...
