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The League of Women Voters has long been recognized as the premiere source for nonpartisan election information.  Every year, the Voter Resource Network provides millions of New Yorkers with accurate, timely election information in print, radio, TV and on the Web.  Need ome assistance during election time?  Whether you're a first-time voter or just looking for some friendly reminders, the League has the information you need.
 
Voting Information

Election Calendar

2009 Political Election Calendar
Deadlines for 2009 Elections including deadlines for voter registration, absentee ballots, petitions, party nominations, judicial district conventions and financial disclosure reports. (6/10/09)

Voters Guides

College Voting Guide
If you are in college, we have the publication to help you decide whether to vote in your prior district/state or at your college address. There are many good reasons for registering and voting at either residence, but keep in mind,
in most cases the final choice is really yours. 
9/19/2007


First Vote
A terrific primer for first-time voters. This document contains the basics of voter registration, selecting a political party, voting procedures, when elections are held, how to vote absentee, and how to vote while away at college, among other voting basics.

To obtain multiple copies of First Vote (free) in brochure format please contact the League office at 518-465-4162 or e-mail us at:lwvny@lwvny.org


VOTE
A step by step guide to voting and why you should vote on Election day.

Voters Guide Part I - Text
Facts for Voters (English - Text Document)
(7/29/2008)

Voters Guide Part I-Brochure
Facts for Voters (English Brochure- Printer Ready Version)
(7/29/2008)

Voters Guide Part I - Text in Spanish
Facts for Voters (Spanish - Text Document)
(7/29/2008)

Voters Guide Part I - Brochure in Spanish
Facts for Voters (Spanish Brochure- Printer Ready Version)
(7/29/2008)

Voters Guide Part II
Presidential Information and Statewide Ballot Proposal
(10/3/2008)

Voter Registration Basics

Absentee Ballot Application NYS Board of Elections
Federal Voting Assistance Program NYS Voter's Bill of Rights
Military/Federal Voting Information Polling Place Lookup
Voter Registration Form – English Voter Registration Form – Spanish

Your Right to Vote in New York State

College Students
Text Version   Brochure
Individuals with Disabilities
Text Version   Brochure
Homeless Individuals
Text Version   Brochure
Individuals with Mental Health Disabilities
Text Version   Brochure
Individuals with Criminal Convictions and Those Detained in Jail or Prison
Text Version   Brochure
 
Election Information

Information on Recruiting Poll Workers

Judicial Voting Guide

  • Judicial Facts for Voters  
    JUDICIAL INDEPENDENCE is important because the right of every citizen to a fair trial is a corner stone of our democracy. Without judicial independence, this right would be compromised. ( 9/19/2007)

LWVNYS Guidelines for Participation in Debates and Forums by Candidates for Statewide Office

Participation Guidelines
7/13/2007

The Road to the Voting Booth

 
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