VOTER SERVICES
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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 some 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. |
| Election Calendar |
2008 Political Election Calendar
For the fall elections.
6/18/2008 |
| Helpful Links |
Know Your Voting Machine
Take Your Kids 2 Vote
Vote 18 |
| Information On Recruiting Poll Workers |
| Recruiting College-Age Poll Workers
Recruiting Poll Workers – A Joint Endeavor
NYS Board of Elections Poll Worker Training |
| 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 |
Part I - A Handbook for Voter Service Directors
Revised 2006
8/29/2006
Part II - A Handbook for Candidate Meetings
Revised 2002
9/18/2007
Part III - How to Conduct a Successful Voter Registration Drive
Revised 2006
8/29/2006 |
| 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
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| Voting 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
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Individuals with Mental Health Disabilities
Text Version Brochure |
Individuals with Criminal Convictions and Those Detained in Jail or Prison
Text Version Brochure
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