17. Nobody Clapped
“It was my first time voting in a presidential election in 2016 since becoming old enough to do so, and polling place was at a library. When I get to the front of the line and start filling out the required papers, I mention it’s my first time and what to do next. After hearing this, the women who was working there and helping me raised her voice and said “Hey everyone, we’ve got a first time voter here!” and started clapping so they all would clap as well. Nobody clapped, and I was just standing there really embarrassed before quietly saying “can I just go vote now?” – Reddit user Kaneland96
Most young adults do not think that reaching the age to vote is such a big deal. Probably these women were just eager and supportive of their community, unlike those waiting in line.