Next Election
March 5, 2024 — Presidential Primary
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What is a Presidential Primary Election?
A Presidential Primary election is a vital part of the process through which political parties select their nominees for the presidency. It is an integral step in the American political system that helps determine which candidates from each major party will run for the office of President in the general election in November.
Make Your Plan to Vote!
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- February 5, 2024 - Ballots are mailed to all Registered Voters
- Don’t forget to sign the back of your return envelope
- Sign up for Where’s My Ballot
- Ballot must be postmarked by Election Day - March 5, 2024 and received by March 12, 2024
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Get the Facts Before You Vote!
Launched by the League of Women Voters Education Fund (LWVEF) in October of 2006, VOTE411.org is a "one-stop-shop" for election related information. It provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and state-specific information.
Upcoming LWVSSMC Election Events
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The League of Women Voters moderates Candidate Forums for local offices such as your city council members, education supervisors, and other locally elected offices.
A Candidate Forum is where candidates, running for public office, come together to discuss and present their views, policies, and positions to potential voters and the public. These forums serve as opportunities for voters to learn more about the candidates, their stances on various issues, and their qualifications. Please join us at one of our upcoming Candidate Forums.
Upcoming Candidate Forums
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Pros & Cons is a forum presented by members of the League of Women Voters and is a nonpartisan explanation of state propositions, with supporting and opposing arguments. Please join us at one of our upcoming Pros & Cons events.
Upcoming 2024 Pros & Cons Presentations
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