November 5 - General Election
Get Out the Vote! On November 5, you can help determine who will be on the ballot for elections across New York State by participating in New York’s Primary.
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Let’s embrace the power of our vote on November 5! It’s our opportunity to shape the world we want to live in, where our rights are protected, our voices heard, and our identities celebrated.
New York’s voter turnout is historically low. In local elections, when voter turnout is especially low, every vote can make a huge impact. Some local elections come down to a difference of just a few hundred votes or less. That means that every single vote matters! You can help combat misconceptions and apathy, and make sure people know that elections help shape the future. If you have an opinion on what should be done, from school board elections to judicial selections, then voting is the first step to making that happen.
Request an absentee ballot online:
The last day to register or change your voter registration is October 26. Check Your Voter Registration Status or Register to Vote.
There’s a lot on the ballot—it can be overwhelming! This feature allows you to see the offices and proposals that will appear on your specific ballot, so that you know in advance exactly what you’ll be able to vote on this year.
Ranked choice voting allows New York City voters to rank candidates by preference instead of choosing just one. It works like this:
No. When the ballot scanner reads multiple candidates ranked the same, it will not count your ballot.
Contact your local NYC board of elections at 1-866-Vote-NYC (1-866-868-3693) and they will be happy to help, or get you a replacement ballot, if needed.
To learn more, visit Rank The Vote NYC.
You can find your district, voter registration information, polling location, and more by visiting voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
All registered voters can participate in early voting, which starts 10 days before Election Day. There are several benefits to voting early, including shorter wait times and less crowding at your polling site. The early voting period for the primary election is October 26-November 5. Find your early voting polling location.
When your ballot arrives, read it carefully and follow the instructions to complete it and return it. You should fill out and return your ballot as soon as possible. All ballots must be postmarked by November 5.
To register to vote, you have to be:
Absentee voting allows you to vote by mail rather than going to the polls and casting your vote in person. All states allow people to cast their votes via mail-in or absentee ballots. Some, like New York, require voters to give a reason before allowing them to vote by mail.
You can vote by absentee ballot if you are a registered voter and cannot make it to your polling site on Election Day because of your:
You can find your district, voter registration information, polling location, and more by visiting voterlookup.elections.ny.gov.
Volunteer with The Center’s RiseOut Action Team to join our Get Out The Vote efforts, as we work to provide accurate voting information and underscore the importance of elections for our community.
Fill out the pledge form above and keep an eye out for email alerts about ballot deadlines, election dates, and other information on civic engagement. We’ll make sure you have the information you need so that you never miss an opportunity to be heard!
The Center is a 501(c)(3) organization, which means we can’t endorse any one party or candidate. That means when you do Get Out the Vote with The Center, it’s important to keep it non-partisan.
Encourage people to research the candidates and the political parties in New York State (there are eight of them!) on their own before making decisions.
To get you started, take a look at this helpful Guide to the New York State Voter Registration Form.
Volunteer with The Center’s RiseOut Action Team to join our Get Out The Vote efforts, as we work to provide accurate voting information and underscore the importance of elections for our community. The Center is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization. We do not endorse any political party or candidates.