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What Mississippi voters can expect on Election Day

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Tuesday, November 5, 2024   

A majority of Mississippians and across the nation said they are anxious about this year's presidential election, according to a recent poll.

Election experts encouraged voters to be patient during the process.

Tammy Patrick, executive director of the National Association of Election Officials, said it is important for Mississippians to take early action to make ensure they get their vote in, return ballots and understand what may have changed since they last voted. She acknowledged lines may be long today but encouraged voters to cast their ballots.

"For voters that cast their ballots early, that's what we're seeing on election night, because many of those processes are happening now," Patrick observed. "For those individuals who choose to go to the polls on Election Day, anyone who's standing in line when the polls close, they still get to vote. And so that means that those returns will not come in until that final voter has voted."

Patrick pointed out everyone wants quick election results but it is crucial to understand election night only provides projected winners. Official results take much longer, often weeks, as officials process military and overseas ballots, provisional ballots and conduct various audits to ensure accuracy. No state has official results on election night.

Celina Stewart, CEO of the League of Women Voters, advises Mississippians to verify their polling location and ID requirements. She suggests bringing necessary documents in case of any issues or if they're not listed.

Stewart pointed out some resources just in case something happens where you are unable to cast your ballot.

"If there is some obstacle to you being able to cast your ballot, there's a voter hotline, 1-866-OUR-VOTE," Stewart emphasized. "There's an English-speaking, an Asian API vote number, as well as a Spanish-language vote number as well. So 1-866-OUR-VOTE, (1-866-687-8683) if you have issues or if you need assistance in the moment."

Stewart recommended double-checking your registration status to make sure it's correct and review the ballot. This can be done on the League's website Vote411.org.


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