"I Voted" stickers are traditionally handed out after a person votes in an election. During the 2008 presidential election, several food establishments were giving out free election day food if customers used their "I Voted" sticker as 'proof' of having voted.International Business Times: 'I Voted' Stickers Gets You Free Ben and Jerry's ... (November 4, 2008)
Krispy Kreme, Ben and Jerry's and Starbucks were among the food chains honoring "I Voted" stickers in exchange for free food. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that the Georgia Secretary of State office warned that the practice may violate election laws.Ajc.com: State Says Voter Freebies Against the Law (November 4, 2008)
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Election day in the U.S. on November 4, 2008
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"I Voted" stickers are given out after a person votes
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"I Voted" stickers are free
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Some national food chains offered free items if customers had an "I Voted" sticker
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Some Chick-fil-A's are giving away free chicken sandwiches if customers wear an "I Voted" sticker on election dayTampa Bay Online: Vote Election Day, and You Get To Eat Mor Chikin (October 29, 2008)
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Georgia's Secretary of State Karen Handel warned that state law prohibits the exchange of gifts for votesAjc.com: State Says Voter Freebies Against the Law (November 4, 2008)
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Starbucks spokesperson said the coffee retailer would offer all customers a tall brewed coffee "to ensure we are in compliance with election law."Washington Wire (WSJ): Starbucks Offers Free Coffee on Election Day (November 3, 2008)
