The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for Oct. 21, 2024
Today’s Script
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You’re listening to the American Democracy Minute, keeping YOUR government by and for the people.
Early voting is well under way in 22 states, and will be joined by another 11 states Oct. 21st and 22nd. But if you’re not registered in Pennsylvania, Alabama or South Dakota, your time runs out by the end of day on Oct. 21st.
On Monday and Tuesday, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, South Carolina, Texas, Hawaii, Missouri, Utah, and Wisconsin begin early voting. Depending on your state’s rules, that could mean early in-person voting, or by mail, or both. Seven more states, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Florida, Michigan, New Jersey and New York begin later in the week.
Monday October 21st, voter registration closes in the battleground state of Pennsylvania for the November 5th general election, as do Alabama and South Dakota. Other states closing registrations later this week are Nebraska, Massachusetts and New York, none of which, for voters who miss those deadlines, offer election-day registration.
Voter registration has already closed in 22 states, and none of those states offer election day registration, either.
Voting early can mean shorter lines, less hassle and if you’re voting by mail, sometimes a chance to fix minor mistakes on your ballot.
We’ve linked information on early voting and registration deadlines for all these states at AmericanDemocracyMinute.org. I’m Brian Beihl.
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Today’s Links
Articles & Resources:
BallotPedia – Voter registration deadlines, 2024
BallotPedia – 2024 election and voting dates
National Conference of State Legislatures – Same Day/Election Day Voter Registration
Vote.gov – Register to Vote by State
Pennsylvania Voter Services – Voter Registration Application
Alabama Secretary of State – Register to Vote / Update Your Information
South Dakota Secretary of State – Register to Vote, Update Voter Registration or Cancel Voter Registration
Check Your Voter Registration/State Information on Registering:
- U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State
- USA Vote Foundation – Registration, Eligibility, State Election Office Links
- Vote.Gov – Register to Vote in Your State
- Vote.Org – Check Your Registration to Vote
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