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Albany, NY
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Problem Voting? NY State Attorney General Has A Hotline For Help
As thousands flock to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5, New York Attorney General Letitia James reminds voters that a hotline is available on election day for help. Hotline staffers can help voters troubleshoot and resolve a range of issues they may encounter when they cast their ballot. To help, James issued guidance for voters ahead of the election, and a guide addressing frequently asked questions is also available. “All New Yorkers have the right to feel safe when casting their votes,” said James. “Our Election Protection Hotline will help ensure that every voice is heard – whether you’re v…
Albany, NY
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Election 2024: Can NYers Snap Pic Of Completed Ballot? Here's What To Know
Think twice before snapping that Election Day selfie. While New Yorkers may be tempted to commemorate their participation in this year’s highly consequential election by taking a photo of their ballot, doing so is actually a crime. Under state law, it is a misdemeanor offense for a voter to snap a picture with their completed ballot. “Any person who shows his ballot after it is prepared for voting, to any person so as to reveal the contents, or solicits a voter to show the same, is guilty of a misdemeanor,” reads the text from New York State election law. According to the New York State B…
Hamilton Township, NJ
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'I Got A Jail Cell For You': Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner Warns Against Stealing Votes
Philadelphia's Election Task Force is not one to mess with. District Attorney Larry Krasner on Monday morning outlined consequences for anyone attempting to steal votes from city residents on Election Day "If you are planning in Philadelphia to try to steal our votes, I got something for ya," he said outside of the Marian Anderson Recreation Center. "I got a jail cell, I have charging papers, and when you get to the end of the process, I have a Philadelphia jury you can tell why you thought it was okay to steal their votes." The city's Election Task Force -- the largest in the …
Hartford, CT
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As Fears Mount, Elections Chief Says Voter Intimidation Can Lead To Jail
Addressing concerns about voter intimidation at the presidential polls in November, the Connecticut Secretary of State and Attorney General have issued statements reiterating the laws that protect voters. While no formal threat has been made against voters, rumors of an “army for Trump” showing up to the booths carrying weapons. “Every eligible voter in Connecticut must be able to exercise their fundamental right to vote,” said Secretary of State Denise Merrill. The Trump organization is literally calling for an “army” of poll watchers, but there has been no official directive from Trump …
