We told you not to expect results on election night, so like do not panic.
But mail-in and absentee votes are a huge proportion of this years election.
Pennsylvania is not a state that normally counts this many mail-in ballots.
Nevada: wont be providing any more updates until noon on Thursday.
Arizona: counting should finish by late Wednesday.
Michigan: a clear picture of results is expected by Wednesday night.
Pennsylvania: the overwhelming majority of votes should be counted by Friday.
Georgia: expects to have results sometime Wednesday.
North Carolina: unclear, but half a million ballots were still unreturned as of Election Day.
They will be accepted through November 12.
Expect legal challenges
Dont expect this to be over when the votes are counted.
The Wall Street Journal hasa list of pending and recent legal challenges.
Dont be surprised if there aremore in the coming days.
Several European countries are going into their second lockdowns, and U.S.hospitalizations are surging.
News items about school closures and shortages of hospital resources are likely to pop up amidst the election coverage.
What to do about…all of this
First, manage expectations.
Things could still be in flux by the end of the week.
I know, its tough.
But thats the position youre in.
Beyond that: find things that bring you comfort.
Exercise is good at relieving symptoms of anxiety and depression.
