“People complain about government and grumble, but they shouldn’t do it from the stands,” says Warren Buffett. The Oracle of Omaha has organized a campaign geared at getting Omahans to the polls on November 8th, 2016. “Drive 2 Vote” offers rides to polling places for those who sign up on the campaign’s website. At least ten people will be chauffeured by Buffett himself. The site also gives District 2 residents the ability to volunteer their time and gas to drive voters themselves. Aside from getting voters to the polls, one objective of Drive 2 Vote is to educate voters on the importance of the electoral college in Nebraska. All of Nebraska’s districts cast their electoral votes individually, one of only two states to do so with the other being Maine.

The Omaha Metro bus system is also offering free rides on all routes from 7:00AM until 9:00PM on November 8th. “By offering complimentary rides on Election Day, we are highlighting the important role of public transportation in our community by helping people engage in the election process and have their voices heard,” said Metro’s Executive Director Curt Simon. You are encouraged to research your polling location in advance.

For more information on the Drive 2 Vote campaign visit www.drive2vote.org. For more information about Metro routes and schedules, visit www.ometro.com.