In a whimsical twist of fate, the entrance of the DeWitt County Elections Office in Cuero has been taken over by an unexpected swarm of crickets. These chirping critters have become the talk of the town, raising questions about whether their presence could be considered voter interference or just an amusing anecdote in the local election saga.
Stephanie Bassham, the Democratic candidate running against AJ Louderback, recently experienced the cricket invasion firsthand. As she approached the Elections Office to introduce herself and continue with her campaign, she was greeted by a chorus of chirps and a few unexpected visitors. To her surprise, a cricket decided to hitch a ride on her hair, adding an unplanned element of excitement to her campaign trail.
“I couldn’t believe it! I was just trying to meet the voters and suddenly, I had crickets jumping on me,” Bassham exclaimed with a laugh. “I guess you could say they were really ‘bugging’ me about the election!”
The crickets’ takeover has sparked a lighthearted debate among the residents of DeWitt County. Some locals joke that the crickets are showing their support for one candidate or another, while others wonder if their presence could be seen as a form of voter interference. After all, who wouldn’t be distracted by a swarm of crickets hopping around?
Despite the cricket commotion, the Elections Office staff have assured the public that the crickets pose no real threat to the voting process. “We’re doing our best to keep the entrance clear and ensure that everyone can cast their vote without any cricket-related interruptions,” said an Elections Office representative.
As the election season continues, the crickets have become an unexpected mascot for the DeWitt County elections. Whether they’re seen as a nuisance or a quirky addition to the campaign trail, one thing is for sure – the crickets have certainly made their mark on this year’s election.
So, is it voter interference or just a hopping good time? We’ll leave that for the voters of DeWitt County to decide. In the meantime, Stephanie Bassham and her fellow candidates will have to keep an eye out for any more unexpected visitors as they continue their campaigns.