Voters can journey to polls on August 6
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Voters can journey to polls on August 6
By Tom Kirvan
As a prelude to the general election on November 5, voters across the nation will have the opportunity to cast their ballots in statewide primary elections on Tuesday, August 6.
This primary election will feature a host of federal, state, and local races in which voters choose their preference for a candidate to appear on the general election ballot.
The two main political parties, of course, are the Republicans and the Democrats. In the primary election, Republicans run against Republicans and Democrats compete against Democrats, while those from other political parties will run against each other as well. Primary elections are meant to be key to helping constituents unite behind a party’s political nominee.
In non-partisan races, such as for a judicial or municipal office, generally the top two vote-getters in the primary advance to general election, setting the stage for a run-off on November 5. In some states, the top judicial candidate in the primary automatically becomes the winner overall.
The primary election also can serve as a chance for voters to weigh in on local millage issues and spending proposals that impact schools, municipalities, and various county and regional programs.
Similar to the general election, voters in the primary have the option of casting in-person or absentee ballots. Voters who have requested an absentee ballot can deliver their completed copy to their local clerk’s office or secure ballot drop box. Absentee ballots must be received by 8 PM on Election Day (including primaries). As always, only one ballot per registered voter will be accepted, tabulated, and counted.
The polls will be open from 7 AM to 8 PM local time.
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