(NEWS10) — National Voter Registration Day occurred at neighborhood Price Chopper shops on Tuesday. The day has actually been observed annually given that 2012.
Officials stated greater than 5 million voters across the country have actually signed up on National Voter Registration Day in the previous 11 years. Volunteers from the League of Women voters were posted at 15 various Price Chopper and also Market 32 locations on Tuesday to help individuals obtain signed up to elect.
“It’s a real reminder to people who haven’t voted for a while, or perhaps they’re discouraged by the system, and it is hopeful to see people out getting more people registered to vote,” volunteer Andy Lee stated. “So that’s why we really show up in person, but also, it can be a little tricky to register, and it’s helpful sometimes just to have someone walk you through the steps.”
In order to cast your tally in this year’s General Election on November 7, your region board of political elections have to have your application by October 28. More details can be located on the New York State Board of Elections site.
