Vote Early

If you live in Virginia, Kentucky or Georgia, you can start voting today, reports USA Today.

I encourage early voting.

I've lived in states where early voting was not allowed — unless you could document ahead of time that you would not be at home on Election Day.

And, currently, I live in a state that allows early voting.

Most of the time, I participate in early voting. The lines usually aren't long when I go in to vote, so I'm able to get it done quickly.

But there have been times when I needed more time to make my decision. On those occasions, I waited until Election Day to vote.

If you live in a state where early voting is permitted — and if you have decided how you plan to vote — go ahead and cast your vote.

There's no reason why you shouldn't.

And it will mean one less body in line on Election Day.

Which means everyone can vote a little quicker.