This is my last post on the election until the results are in. At this point, I'll be as glad as anyone to see it in my rear-view mirror.

The weather should not be a factor in Harris County. That's good news.

Over 418,000 people voted early, a 70% increase from 1998.

Both sides are expressing optimism about today. Lots of folks are making predictions. I generally avoid making predictions because I hate being wrong and I'm just superstitious enough to worry about putting a hex on things.

Finally, to the Libertarian candidate for a local office in Austin who spammed me over the weekend: There's a reason why targeted campaigning is more effective than scattershooting. Welcome to our corporate killfile. Enjoy your stay.