Still time to register to vote for upcoming election

Editor:

Are you, your family, and your friends registered to vote this fall?  Does your registration include your current legal address?

We have stark contrasts in the presidential and congressional races this fall. We also have the opportunity to amend our state constitution to stand up for equal rights.

Now is the time to make sure your voter registration is accurate, be an informed citizen, choose wisely, and cast your anonymous vote.

We are fortunate to have election officials and systems in place to ensure only those qualified are voting and ensure the anonymity of what you mark on your ballot. It is even OK to choose a couple pieces to vote on in an informed way and leave the others blank. When you register to vote, you are not required to choose a party. This is necessary to vote in primary elections and is helpful to those organizing election campaigns.

The last day for the county board of elections to update your address is Oct. 21. The last day to register to vote is Oct. 26.

Make it easy on our county election office employees by making a plan to register, do address changes, or request an absentee ballot ASAP. You can stop by their office at 14016 Route 31, Suite 140 in Albion.

You can also call or connect online with them with questions: 585-589-3274, OrleansCountyNY.gov/elections.

Early voting will be Oct. 26 through Nov. 3 at the county election office; traditional Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Beth Wood

Barre