Politics & Government

Young Voter Opts For Write-In Candidate

This 21-year-old is voting for Jon Huntsman.

Devin Murray showed up to the polls wearing red, white and blue sneakers and ready to cast his vote.

But the 21-year-old made it clear he wouldn't be voting for the top Republican or Democrat on the ballot for president.

"It's not going to be Obama or Romney," Murray said.

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His vote would be a write-in for Jon Huntsman, a former GOP-candidate. Huntsman is the former governor of Utah.

Murray, a former University of South Florida student turned Internet advertiser, said he hoped to help Huntsman secure a spot in the next presidential race by showing support among Floridians.

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He said he felt his vote for Huntsman would be more impactful than for Obama or Romney, who would likely receive the majority of the votes.


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