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politics2 days ago•24 min saved

Texas midterm turnout hits record highs as Democratic primary leads early voting

Early voting in Texas for the 2026 midterms is breaking records, with Democratic primary voters driving turnout well ahead of Republicans in the first week and overall Democratic primary votes topping 2024 and 2020 primaries; analysts credit high-profile Senate contests and Trump-era dynamics for energizing Democrats, while Republicans remain competitive but face a larger base, with countywide gains in places like Harris and Tarrant signaling a tight race come November.

via The Texas Tribune|

#2026-elections #democratic-primary #early-voting

politics3 days ago•4 min saved

Record Early Voter Turnout Signals High Stakes in Texas 2026 Primaries

Texas’ first week of early voting for the March 3, 2026 party primaries brought more than a million ballots and outpaced the last midterm pace, signaling strong engagement. Voters across the state cited a mix of concerns—from unemployment and high costs to opposition to current leadership and the importance of down-ballot races—reflecting diverse motivations as Texans prepare for November’s contest.

via Houston Public Media|

#early-voting #elections #extra

politics8 days ago•1 min saved

Trump set to speak in Rome, GA as District 14 race advances; tickets now available

Tickets are on sale for President Donald Trump's Rome, Georgia speaking event as early voting for the District 14 special election runs through March 6, with the election on March 10 and a potential runoff on April 7 if no candidate wins a majority. Trump has endorsed Clay Fuller in the race. His Rome schedule, per the White House, includes a local business visit, a podcast interview, a Coosa Steel tour, and 4:00 p.m. remarks on the economy, after a morning from Washington, D.C., and travel via Air Force One.

via WTVC|

#district-14 #early-voting #politics

politics18 days ago•13 min saved

NC judge blocks campus-based early voting sites

A North Carolina judge denied efforts to establish or expand early voting locations on university campuses, effectively limiting campus voting access ahead of the election.

via AP News|

#early-voting #elections #judge

politics27 days ago•3 min saved

Rehmet Holds Early Lead in Texas Senate SD 9 Runoff in Tarrant County

Democrat Taylor Rehmet leads Republican Leigh Wambsganss by about 6,200 votes in the early voting for the open Texas Senate District 9 seat in Tarrant County, with seven of 129 vote centers reporting. The runoff will determine the remainder of Sen. Hancock's term, and turnout is being driven by national attention and DNC support for Rehmet; voters faced long lines at several centers and more than 45,600 votes were cast early.

via CBS News|

#early-voting #politics #special-runoff

local3 months ago•2 min saved

NYC Early Voting Breaks Records as Mayor's Race Heats Up

Early voting in NYC for the 2025 mayoral election set a record with over 735,000 check-ins, more than four times the 2021 figure, indicating high voter engagement. The election features key races including mayor, public advocate, and city council, with polls showing Democrat Zohran Mamdani leading. Voting continues on Election Day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

via CBS News|

#2025-election #early-voting #local

local-politics3 months ago•4 min saved

Record Youth Turnout and Final Campaign Push in NYC Mayor's Race

A record number of New Yorkers participated in early voting for the mayoral race, with a significant increase in young voters supporting Zohran Mamdani, signaling a shift in voter engagement and potential impact on the upcoming election.

via Gothamist|

#andrew-cuomo #early-voting #local-politics

politics3 months ago•4 min saved

NYC Mayoral Race: Final Weekend Highlights and Key Takeaways

Over 732,000 New Yorkers have participated in early voting for the 2025 city elections, with turnout potentially reaching levels not seen since the early 1990s. The data shows shifts in voter demographics, with Millennials closing the gap with Baby Boomers, many new voters registering this year, and lower turnout among working-class neighborhoods and unaffiliated voters. The final days saw peak participation, especially in Brooklyn and Manhattan.

via THE CITY - NYC News|

#demographics #early-voting #elections

local-politics3 months ago•5 min saved

NYC Mayoral Race Sees Record Early Voting and Narrowing Polls

Over 735,000 New Yorkers participated in early voting for the NYC mayoral race, setting the stage for potentially the highest turnout in modern city history, with expectations that total votes could surpass 2 million on Election Day, driven by a highly competitive and ideologically diverse race featuring candidates like Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo.

via New York Daily News|

#andrew-cuomo #early-voting #local-politics

politics3 months ago•3 min saved

NYC Mayoral Race Heats Up as Candidates Make Final Push

On the final day of early voting in NYC, mayoral candidates Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa campaigned intensely across the boroughs to rally supporters, with Mamdani aiming to set a record for door-to-door outreach. The race has been highly competitive, with candidates trading barbs and emphasizing their experience and campaign efforts as voters head to the polls.

via CBS News|

#andrew-cuomo #curtis-sliwa #early-voting

local-politics4 months ago•1 min saved

NYC Mayor's Race: Cuomo Closes Gap but Mamdani Maintains Lead

The NYC mayoral race is tightening with one week left, showing a lead for Zohran Mamdani but with Andrew Cuomo consolidating support among voters without a candidate. Early voting indicates high turnout, especially among older voters, and the race remains highly competitive, making it unpredictable how it will conclude.

via Hell Gate|

#andrew-cuomo #early-voting #local-politics

politics4 months ago•4 min saved

Cuomo narrows lead in NYC mayoral race amid final campaign push

A recent Suffolk University poll shows Andrew Cuomo closing the gap with Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayor's race, with Cuomo now 10 points behind, amid high early voting turnout especially among older voters. The race remains competitive with Mamdani leading but Cuomo gaining ground, and the outcome is uncertain with just days before Election Day.

via CBS News|

#andrew-cuomo #early-voting #nyc-mayor-race

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

Record-breaking Early Voting in NYC Mayor’s Race

Voter turnout in NYC's mayoral race has surged, especially among voters over 55, marking a significant shift from previous primaries and potentially benefiting candidates like Andrew Cuomo. The increased engagement reflects heightened interest and could influence the election outcome, with campaigns intensifying outreach efforts.

via Gothamist|

#campaigns #demographics #early-voting

politics4 months ago•7 min saved

Mamdani Gains Momentum in NYC Mayoral Race with Progressive Support

The first weekend of early voting in New York City saw a record turnout of over 164,000 voters, boosting Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani, who rallied 10,000 supporters in Queens with endorsements from prominent progressives, amidst a highly polarized race with significant opposition from establishment figures like Cuomo and Adams.

via THE CITY - NYC News|

#early-voting #new-york-city-mayoral-race #politics

politics4 months ago•2 min saved

Massive Early Voting Turnout Sparks Buzz in NYC 2025 Mayor's Race

Day 1 of early voting in NYC's 2025 general election saw a record-breaking 79,409 voters, significantly higher than 2021, with residents voting for various city offices and ballot questions, reflecting increased engagement in local politics.

via Gothamist|

#ballot-questions #early-voting #local-elections