2021 Local Elections Guide: Make Your Voice Heard Where It Matters Most

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2021 Local Elections Guide: Make Your Voice Heard Where It Matters Most

While much of the focus nationally is on presidential and midterm elections, local and state races are equally important. This month, several races are taking place that will significantly impact the lives of local communities. Many elections are taking place on Tuesday, Nov. 2, but in some areas, special elections and runoffs are happening later in the month. Early voting is underway in Louisiana, which has elections on Nov. 13.

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By Sophia Eppolito Associated Press/Report for America SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Sen. Mitt Romney said Friday that politicians attacking the vote by mail system are threatening global democracy but stopped short of criticizing President Donald Trump, who has been openly against an expected surge of

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Bheki Cele cast his vote in Lamontville, in Durban.

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Texas AG, Harris County clerk in fight over mail-in ballots | Afram News

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Georgia Voting Rights Activists: Expansion Of Absentee Voting Drop Boxes Is Important, But More Can Be Done | The Savannah Tribune

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