Things to Remember for Tuesday's Election Primary
Saturday, August 8th, 2020 -- 10:10 AM
-The Wisconsin Elections Commission released its list of the top things Wisconsin voters should know for the Partisan Primary, Tuesday, August 11.The Wisconsin Elections Commission unanimously recommends all voters wear face coverings for voting on Election Day, but they are not required. Wisconsin polling places are prepared for voting during the pandemic. Voters who have not already mailed their absentee ballots back should make arrangements to drop them off by Election Day. You may only vote for candidates of one party in the primary. You need an acceptable photo ID to vote and your ID for voting does not need to show your current address. Voters can find their polling place on the mobile-friendly MyVote Wisconsin website. Your vote is secure and consider becoming a poll worker.
Some other general information includes polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11. Eligible voters can register at the polls on Election Day if they have a proof-of-residence document with a current address. For details, check out the Voter Registration Guide: https://elections.wi.gov/voters/first-time-registration-guide. Finally, turnout for a Partisan Primary in August is typically between 15% and 20% of voting-age adults, compared to about 70% in a typical November presidential election.
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