Ellis County voters say they haven't seen
this much interest in an election in
years.
It's really the first time I've voted
since the presidential election to tell
the truth.
Did you vote just because of the
supercollider?
Yeah, that was the main reason.
Interest is hot and heavy because
Waxahachie has a good chance of being
picked as the home of the huge atom
smasher.
It would be a distinct asset
to have it. And and I hope the
issue passes.
It'll help people.
And that's why I voted for it.
But while the supercollider would bring
billions of dollars and thousands of jobs
with it, building up the local economy,
many residents fear it would tear down
the quietness of this rural area.
The larger the town gets, the more
problems you have.
And I like the small town atmosphere
and we're a little behind the times and I
like that.
OK, I voted against it because I feel
like it's just a waste
of taxpayers money.
If this thing would go through and
everything and, you know, taxes are so
high and everything, I just don't feel
like it would be worth it.