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Your Election Questions Answered

The Leadership of Christians Engaged

By Christians Engaged Leadership

WHEN DOES EARLY VOTING BEGIN IN TEXAS?

Early voting begins on Tuesday, October 13th and goes through Friday, October 30th. Times may vary based upon where you live. Check with your respective county’s elections department for times and locations. FULL LIST HERE

WHO WILL I BE VOTING FOR THIS CYCLE (IN TEXAS)?

The President, (one) U.S. Senator, Your U.S. House Representative, Your State Senator* (only in certain areas), Your State House Representative, County Judges, and other county and local candidates.

You can find your sample ballot by entering your address HERE, but it may be incomplete. The most comprehensive list will be on your county’s elections department website.

MAY I STRAIGHT TICKET VOTE FOR MY PARTY OF CHOICE?

No, straight ticket voting has been eliminated in Texas. You must go through your entire ballot and select your candidates of choice.

I WANT TO VOTE BY MAIL, HOW CAN I DO THAT?

You can request an absentee ballot and vote by mail if you meet at least one of these criteria:

  • You are 65 years or older.

  • You are disabled.

  • You will be out of the county during the voting period.

  • You are confined in jail, but otherwise eligible.

Your request must be received (in person or by mail) by Friday, October 23rd. Full details can be found on the Texas Secretary of State website HERE.

I’M CONFUSED…HOW DO I DECIDE WHO TO VOTE FOR?

Spend some time researching the candidates in each race on your ballot and then make your choice.

  • Look at the candidate websites to see where they stand on the issues.

  • Look at who supports them: organizations, groups, key endorsements, etc.

  • Compare their positions and stances with God’s Word.

Having trouble deciding between imperfect candidates? Check out Bunni Pounds’ BLOG POST ON THE TOPIC.

I’VE HEARD SOMETHING ABOUT MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS?

In response to COVID-19, Texas Governor Greg Abbott moved the date of the municipal elections from May to the upcoming November election. Because of this, for the first time in many communities, there will be non-partisan races at the bottom of the ballot. These candidates need to researched carefully. (This is another good reason to print off your ballot beforehand).

WHEN IS ELECTION DAY?

Tuesday, November 3rd. Polls will be open from 7 am - 7 pm.

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