Following the strong turnout of the midterm 2018 elections, we are looking forward to ensuring that as many voters as possible show up to the polls for primary elections this year. Although federal elections get more media coverage, local elections for city councils, district attorneys, schools boards, judges, and county supervisors are just as important, and have a huge impact on our daily lives.
Remember, Pennsylvania has a closed primary system, meaning only registered Republicans and Democrats can participate in voting for candidates of their party. If you are registered with no party, or a third party, you will not be able to vote for candidates on May 21st – however, if your municipality has a ballot question, you will be able to participate.
Looking for resources?
- Check your voter registration status and polling location at https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/pages/voterregistrationstatus.aspx
- Comprehensive statewide voter guide from Committee of Seventy at https://ballot.seventy.org/.
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