www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-10-20 16:45:00

SUMMARY: Only one of 13 counties in the North Carolina mountains, impacted by Hurricane Helene, has not accepted at least 10% of registered voters’ ballots during the first three days of early voting. As of Saturday, over 69,000 voters, or 11.5%, had cast ballots, despite severe weather challenges, including 493 road closures. Lawmakers expanded emergency measures to 25 counties for recovery efforts, with absentee ballots mailed and in-person voting continuing. Political candidates, including Trump and Harris, are actively campaigning in the state, making its electoral significance critical. Overall, early voting turnout is encouraging, suggesting voter engagement amid the crisis.

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-10-20 11:31:00

SUMMARY: In North Carolina, early voting shows strong Republican participation, with the GOP accounting for 34.09% of over 778,000 ballots cast in the first two days. Democrats lead slightly at 35.05%, while unaffiliated voters make up 30.4%. Historical trends indicate Democrats typically vote early more than Republicans. Early in-person voting was introduced in 2001, with changes to absentee ballot eligibility made in 1999. Republican leaders, including U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop, emphasize the importance of early voting through campaigns and events, aiming to mobilize voters in a key state for the upcoming elections.

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-10-20 10:06:15

SUMMARY: With just 16 days until the November general election, early voting has begun in several states, including North Carolina. The race for the White House is tightening, with both candidates focusing on crucial battleground states. Vice President Harris rallied support in Detroit and Atlanta, emphasizing the importance of voter participation. Meanwhile, former President Trump held a rally in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, vowing to win the state. Former President Obama also joined Harris in campaigning as Nevada began early voting, highlighting various options for voter registration and participation. The campaigns are energized as they strive to mobilize voters ahead of Election Day.

VP Kamala Harris visited Illinois and Georgia over the weekend, while former President Donald Trump made a stop in Pennslyvania.

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