Just a head’s up, I’ve fallen off the <nowiki> wagon </nowiki> (that’s a really funny joke if you understand MediaWiki syntax*). And am doing some consulting and blogging for AboutUs among other non-AboutUs wiki and writing projects.

Among other things, I’m helping to build out templates to make using AboutUs easier (and prettier) for community members and staff alike. But right now, I want to direct people to today’s blog post I wrote over on the AboutUs Weblog concerning wiki-based resources to help this election season.

I don’t need to tell you how important the races and measures (state and local ones too) are, you know this. These non-partisan wikis provide a good grounding on information that matters, written and edited from a community standpoint. Go vote** — beyond jury duty, it’s really the only obligation of your time and energy that this fine democracy asks of you. (And yes, it’s more of an obligation than a 10-minute fill out a ballot — take an hour or two and get familiar with the issues and make an educated decision. Even if I disagree with it, that’s all I ask. I promise to respect you the morning after election day.)

– Tak

* Okay, it isn’t really that funny even if you understand MediaWiki syntax, but I think it’s hilarious.
** Also, remember to get your free Ben & Jerry’s cone for voting.