With the election, I'm starting to feel uneasy about what the atmosphere in our city might be like today and this week. In previous years, Houston has seen its fair share of tension during major political events. Does anyone else share these concerns? How are you planning to handle Election Day—sticking to your usual routine, or taking precautions? Are there any community safety measures being discussed?

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Houston generally fairs pretty well for civil unrest. I’m not worried

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That’s because we are all packing heat 😬

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0% real concern

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Life as normal. Not worried at all

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Not even remotely concerned - and I’ve lived here for over thirty years and cannot recall any tensions during political events (or even sporting events, whereas other cities had issues after big championships). Which events are you referring to?

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To answer your other question, the only thing I’m doing differently today is giving myself longer for some exercise to help me with my anxiety about the results of this election. I voted last week, so I’ll avoid the polling stations, but because of traffic concerns, not safety related.

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I think most people just care about their paycheck, that's probably why they live in this city.

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Anything is possible.

The only time I would feel uneasy is if inflation continues to go up. People get desperate and do stupid things.

Not worried at all

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