Special Primary Election for U.S. Senate - Vote August 13

The League of Women Voters of New Jersey reminds all citizens that New Jersey's special primary election for office of U.S. Senate will take place on Tuesday, August 13, 2013.  Polls will be open from 6 am – 8 pm.

“The League is concerned that we may see low voter turnout in all three upcoming elections,” said Toni Zimmer, President of the League of Women Voters of New Jersey. “It is absolutely crucial for citizens to take their civic responsibilities seriously and make note of all deadlines and election dates. The League is committed to bolstering participation and combating any confusion.”

“Summer can be a very busy time for voters,” said Zimmer. “However, it is important to remember that in New Jersey any registered voter can apply to vote by mail. It is important to plan ahead and apply for a vote by mail ballot if necessary.”

New Jersey holds closed primaries and only the Democratic and Republican parties will be on the ballot. The deadline to file a change of party affiliation for the special primary has already passed. However, registered unaffiliated voters (those who have not declared a party affiliation on either their registration form or during a previous primary) may declare at any time up to and including primary election day at the polls and vote in that party’s primary. 

For answers to questions about the special primary election call the League of Women Voters of New Jersey at 1-800-792-VOTE (8683). That hotline is staffed year-round during business hours and from 6 am – 8 pm on elections days when the polls are open.

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The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is a non-partisan political organization, founded in April 1920 as a successor to the New Jersey Woman Suffrage Association. Today the League encourages informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy.