All voters in Minnesota can vote early before Election Day without providing a reason. To vote by mail, all you need to do is submit an application for an absentee ballot.
There are a lot of races on the ballot for the August 14 primary election, and there’s a lot at stake for this state and nation with the general election this fall. The DFL candidate that appears on the ballot for many races will depend on who turn out to vote in the primary election.
What’s on Your Ballot?
You can print out a sample ballot to take with you to vote (either early voting or Election Day) by entering your address here: http://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us/
No-Excuse Absentee Voting
All voters in Minnesota can vote early before Election Day without providing a reason. We’re past the date for voting by mail, but it’s still possible to vote before election day (without a reason). Here’s a link to information on how to do this: http://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/other-ways-to-vote/vote-early-in-person/
Not Registered to Vote? No Problem!
Minnesota allows registration on Election Day. Here’s a link to the specifics on what you’ll need to provide to prove you live in the precinct you vote in: http://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/register-to-vote/register-on-election-day/
Election Day Voting
Polls will be open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. And, as long as you’re in line by 8:00 PM, you can vote even if you don’t reach the front of the line until after 8:00 PM. You can find your polling location here: http://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us/
Your employer must provide time off without losing pay, personal time or vacation time for voting. Here’s a link to the specifics: http://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/election-day-voting/time-off-work-to-vote/. You’ll find a fact sheet there as well as a letter for your employer detailing the laws.
Know Your Rights
You have many rights to vote beyond time off from work, find out more here: http://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/election-day-voting/know-your-rights/
So, please take the time either now of August 14 and vote for your DFL candidates. You can see a list of our endorse candidates here: