Voters who receive a school ballot in the mail are also expecting to get the primary ballot but that may not be the case for voters in both parties as the state moves closer to Election Day
Absentee and Mail Voting articles on Democracy Chronicles
Absentee and mail voting systems are a benefit to people who may not be able to attend a polling station in person, either through a physical disability, absence from the locality, or work requirements - although the general public can greatly benefit as well with easier access to the ballot. Also see our section on American democracy or our articles on the Internet and Voting, Military Voting or just general Voter Access.
Arizona Mail Voting Restricted in Latest Setback
Latest barriers to Arizona mail voting are another unnecessary impediment to election access
Navajo Nation Fights Utah Mail-Only Ballot Law
Argument is that unwritten Navajo language leaves them at disadvantage in mail-only ballot system
The 151st Anniversary of First Absentee Voting in America
Absentee voting became a national issue following soldier’s need to vote during the Civil War
Changes to NJ Mail-In Ballot Rules to Impact Elderly
Senior citizens, hospitals and nursing homes among many harmed by latest NJ mail-in ballot rules
Is e-Voting Solution to Boost UK Union Election Turnout?
Fast internet voting is central to government’s plans to increase weak UK union election turnout
Nebraska Mail Voting’s Impact on Rural-Urban Divide
Rural mail-only ballot system used increasingly as statewide Nebraska mail voting considered
The Problem With Door-to-Door Campaigns Collecting Ballots
Colorado mail voting has led to political campaigns collecting ballots privately in worrying trend
How Offering Free Voter Guides Increase Turnout
I have been fighting for this handbook, and this kind of voter-focused initiative, ever since I took office. Yesterday was a major victory for the voters. Thank you for your support, which makes this progress possible.
On Helping Loved Ones Request Absentee Ballots
Help the people you love push for the issues they care about by reminding them to request absentee ballots. Follow up by reminding them to vote and return the ballot.