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10.10.2024

ICYMI: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO VOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA (PHILADELPHIA) IN THE 2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

By Gloria DULAN-Wilson

Hello All

 

Well we are now at the crunch time count down level

Time to make it happen Pennsylvania - 

PHILADELPHIA IS GROUND ZERO - NO TIME TO HALF-STEP 

TIME TO BRING IT!  PULL OUT ALL THE STOPS - BRING ON THE A-GAME!

And let me be perfectly clear - I am not non-partisan - not now or ever!!

I live in this community just like the rest of you and have the same needs, concerns, and issues you do!

SO I'M VOTING FOR KAMALA HARRIS  FOR PRESIDENT 

                   AND TIM WALZ FOR PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT

                                      AND I STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU DO THE SAME! 

 

VOTE FOR KAMALA HARRIS AND TIM WALZ PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT

I also know when someone is acting in behalf of my best interest, and when they are trying to run a number on you.  We have had more than enough opportunity to see what life was like for us under the former predator in chief - 

BTW T-RUMP was never, ever a president.  He used the Russians in 2016 to change the polls, used his dollars to bribe the electoral college; threw away the information that former PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA had left for use in the case of any catastropical diseases. Because of his callous disregard for our health, millions of Americans died from Covid 19.  

 

DEFEAT T-RUMP - PREDATOR IN CHIEF

When the issue came up about compensating those who had lost their jobs or ability to work during the pandemic - he tried to veto the comprehensive, generous funds Congress wanted to provide.  Had it not been for the fact that NANCY PELOSI was Speaker of the House   at the time, and we Democrats had regained the majority during a hard fought mid-term election, there would have been absolutely NO STIMULUS CHECK.  In fact, he was badmouthing the idea so much,  because his rich cronies were trying to capitalize on our illness, and lack of income, that the distribution was being delayed.  So they allowed him to sign the checks.  Truly a big mistake on the part of Congress - not realizing that the predator in chief, TV grifter is well aware of how naive the public can be.  We were only thinking about making sure families could survive.  He was thinking bout his ego and making it look as if the had done something to help.  SMH.  Now that we know - and will never allow the devil to have any grace ever again. 

The error is that there are so many of our people who have been dis-educated over the past 40+ years, thanks to Ronald Reagan and T-rump's interfering with the Department of Education and the dumbing down of classes and curricula - not only do our kids not get the same quality education we received in the 60s, but neither do their parents.  So many are now fooled into thinking that T-rump personally gave them that stimulus money.  When the only money he ever gave was to his own cronies.  

But now, we are days away from the most contentious and impactful election ever - I am urging every one to take 10 friends or family members to vote.  I am also urging you brothers in the SOUTH TO VOTE BY MAIL AND MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE APPROPRIATE MAIL IN VOTE PACKAGE SO YOU CAN TRACK YOUR VOTE AND MAKE SURE IT'S RECEIVED AND THAT IT HAS BEEN COUNTED.

Do not let the repuglycons  intimidate you out of your right to vote - it's crunch time - we came through 400 years of privation to stand on this mountain, and we must not let them push us off of it.   Think about it - there has always been a saying: "Follow the money - but somehow the meanstream media never asked how many people have been bribed or bought off by T-rump during his administration; and how is it that his menials pay less in taxes than regular, everyday Americans do.  The meanstream mediocre media are deliberately giving T-rump more TV time than they did President Biden or VP Harris, or any others who have done positive things for the US - follow the money.  And everyone must realize that the dollars used to keep you broke are going into the pockets of his rich cronies. 

 

                                                                   THAT SAID

VOTE FOR

KAMALA HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT

TIM WALZ VICE PRESIDENT

HAKEEM JEFFRIES SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE

AND ALL THE WAY DOWN THE BALLOT  MAKE SURE YOU VOTE DEMOCRAT - VOTE BLUE NO MATTER WHO

If you don't know who KAMALA HARRIS is by now - you can Google her -

No computer?  Use your Cell Phone - it has google on it too.  

There is no excuse to not know who and what is in your corner.

Don't allow the repuglyons or their menials or the meanstream mediocre menial media to lie to you - 

Stay away from FOX FALSE NEWS; STAY AWAY FROM X - AND IF THEY ARE PAYING YOU TO GET POLL SIGNATURES - REMEMBER THESE ARE THE SAME PEOPLE WHO PUT OUR BLACK PEOPLE ON THE SLAVE AUCTION BLOCKS AND SOLD US UP AND DOWN THE CONTINENT. 

Our resilience, creativity, intelligence, and fortitude run in our genes and have now brought us to this moment - DON'T BLOW IT!

 Below is information you may need to make sure you are able to vote.

Please take the time to read it, share it, follow it

REMEMBER: THE NATION YOU SAVE WILL BE YOUR OWN!

 


of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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Oct. 21 is the last day to register to vote for the Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, General Election!

Visit vote.pa.gov now to register, request a mail ballot, and find important information about Pennsylvania elections.

Mail-in and Absentee Ballot

Voting by mail-in or absentee ballot is safe, secure, and easy.

In Pennsylvania, registered voters can request either a no-excuse mail-in ballot or an absentee ballot.

  • Mail-in ballot: Any registered voter may apply to vote by mail in the next election. You do not have to provide a reason for why you want to vote by mail ballot.
  • Absentee ballot: If you will  be out of your municipality on Election Day or if you have a disability or illness that prevents you from going to your polling place on Election Day, you can request this ballot type, which requires you to provide a reason for why you want to vote by mail ballot.

Before you apply, be sure to check your voter registration status to ensure you are registered to vote and your information is up to date.

Deadlines for the Nov. 5, 2024, General Election

  • 5 p.m. Oct. 29: Your APPLICATION for a mail-in or absentee ballot must be received by your county election office.
  • 8 p.m. Nov. 5: Your county election office must RECEIVE your completed mail ballot by this time. A postmark by 8 p.m. Nov. 5 is not sufficient. 

Missed the deadline to apply for your mail ballot? If you have an emergency--such as an unexpected illness or disability or last-minute absence from your municipality--you may still be able to obtain a mail ballot after the Oct. 29 deadline. Find information here about how to get an emergency absentee ballot.

How to Apply for Your Mail Ballot

What’s the annual mail-in ballot request?

You now have the option to request to be added to the annual mail-in ballot request list where you'll receive an application to renew your mail-in ballot request each year. Once your request is approved, you will automatically receive ballots for the remainder of the year, and you do not need to submit an application for each election.

Learn more about the annual mail-in ballot request.

Designate an Agent for Third Party Ballot Delivery

If you have a disability that prevents you from applying in person for your mail ballot or delivering your mail ballot, you may designate an agent to deliver your ballot materials for you. You must designate someone in writing using the Authorize a Designated Agent Form or a form provided by your county.

Accessible Remote Ballot Marking Solution for Mail Voting

The Department of State is committed to increasing accessibility for voters with disabilities. Pennsylvania voters with disabilities now have the opportunity to mark their absentee or mail-in ballot electronically. Learn more about the accessible remote ballot marking solution.

How do I vote and return my mail-in or absentee ballot?

Below are general steps on how to vote, prepare, and return your mail ballot. Be sure to follow the instructions included with your ballot. Contact your county election office if you have any questions.

Under Pennsylvania law, voters must return their own ballots. The only exceptions to this are for voters with a disability who have designated someone in writing to deliver their ballot.

Step 1: 

Read the instructions carefully and mark your ballot. Be sure to complete the front and back of each page.

 

A paper titled "Ballot"

Step 2: 

Seal your ballot in the yellow envelope marked "official election ballot." Do not make any stray marks on the yellow envelope.

Your ballot must be enclosed and sealed in the yellow envelope marked "official election ballot" or it will not be counted.

A ballot inside of the yellow envelope marked "Official Election Ballot"

Step 3: 

Seal the yellow envelope in the pre-addressed outer return envelope. Sign and write the current date on the voter’s declaration on the outside of the outer return envelope. 

If you do not complete the declaration on the return envelope your ballot will not be counted.

The yellow envelope inside of the return envelope. Be sure to sign and put the current date.

Step 4: 

Return your completed ballot to the county election board. Absentee and Mail-in Ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on election day at your county election board. To ensure your ballot is received by the deadline, return the ballot as soon as possible.

 

Calendar that shows November 5

Where do I return my ballot?

Voters may return their completed mail-in or absentee ballot to their county election board of election office during that office's business hours, or another officially designated location. Ballots must be received by your county election board before 8 pm on Election Day.


Vote In Person By Mail Ballot Before Election Day

If you are a registered Pennsylvania voter, you can vote in person by mail ballot before election day.

As soon as ballots are ready, you can request, receive, vote and submit your mail-in or absentee ballot all in one visit to your county election board or other officially designated site.

With this option, there is no need for mail at all, and you can submit your vote at your convenience. Learn more about voting in person by mail ballot before election day.

 

Identification for Mail Voting

Applicants for absentee and mail ballots generally must submit proof of identification with their application every time you request an absentee or mail ballot. Uniformed and overseas citizens and voters who qualify under the Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped ACT do not need to show ID. All other voters must use one of the following options.

Option 1

If the voter has a valid and unexpired Pennsylvania driver’s license or a valid and unexpired PennDOT ID card, the license/ID number must be provided.

Option 2

If the voter has not been issued a Pennsylvania driver’s license nor a PennDOT ID, the last four digits of the person’s Social Security Number must be provided.

Option 3

A person who has not been issued a current and valid driver’s license, a current and valid PennDOT ID, or a Social Security Number must provide a copy of a photo ID document such as:

  • an unexpired U.S. Passport
  • a U.S. Military ID (active and retired military ID may designate an expiration date that is indefinite but military dependents’ ID must contain an expiration date that is not expired)
  • a photo employee identification issued by any level of federal, state, or local government.
  • a photo employee identification issued by an accredited Pennsylvania public or private institution of higher learning
  • a photo identification issued by a Pennsylvania care facility

Absentee voters covered by the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act or voters voting by an alternative ballot under the Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act are not required to provide proof of identification. 

What if I miss the application deadline?

Last Minute Emergencies

In emergency situations (such as an unexpected illness, disability or last-minute absence from your municipality), you can request an emergency absentee ballot after 5 pm on the Tuesday before the election.

You can submit your emergency absentee ballot application to your county election office any time before 8 pm on Election Day. Your completed absentee ballot is due at 8 pm on Election Day.

 

Frequently Asked Questions


READY PHILADELPHIA??
READY PENNSYLVANIA??

As we come closer to election day, we must remember to pray for our brothers and sisters who have been slammed by the Hurricanes in the South.  

 

NOW THAT YOU KNOW 

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?

VOTE VOTE VOTE!

          TAKE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO VOTE

                        AND HELP OTHERS TO VOTE 

                              VOTE BLUE - NO MATTER WHO

THE COUNTRY YOU SAVE 

                 WILL BE YOUR OWN

I WAS ONE OF 44,000 AND NOW WE HAVE MILLIONS FOR KAMALA HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT


 

Gloria DULAN-Wilson - ECLECTICALLY BLACK NEWS



STAY BLESSED

9.10.2020

Special Guest Post from Vote.org: EARLY VOTING BY STATE

By Gloria Dulan-Wilson

Hello All:

The closer we get to election day, the more I am concerned about whether or not the attacks on our mail system will derail the capacity to vote by mail.  I have been informed that, unlike many states, Philadelphia currently does not have early voting, per se.  Additionally, there is a case in court as to who can and cannot or should  and should not appear on the ballot.  Some things Pennsylvania might want to consider, going forward, is actual early voting, and voting anywhere regardless of ward or district - which is what they are doing in California and a few other states.  This makes voting more accessible and, hopefully, increases participation.   

Just a foot note:  I'm curious as to why there hasn't been a protocol to vote online the way we are able to complete the Census online.  It's really a simple function, and could have been secured, expedited, and implemented, making it even more possible for fuller accessibility and participation across the country.  (Of course we know the repuglycons don't want that, any more than they want the vote by mail to be successful - LOL/SMH)

I am providing a list of the states that have and don't have early voting, along with target states where the US senate race is pivotal.  This was provided via VOTE.ORG.   So check on your current locale, and if you have relatives in any of these states, also make sure they're aware of what their rights and options are. This kind of information has a way of escaping their attention - or gets buried behind the sports pages.  
For those states where the Mail In Votes have been compromised as a result of T-rump's attack on the USPS, you might want to develop transporting your voters to and from the polls: 




Please make sure you share this information widely and broadly - we have to regain our right, and exercise our responsibility to vote - and get the garbage out of DC and  America.

AS ALWAYS - THE COMMENTS IN RED ARE MINE!  - 
SO REMEMBER TO

                                                                                 Stay Blessed G.D.W.

*PLEASE NOTE: I apologize - I tried to put the entire chart in my blog, but the states continued to break up - but I'm sure you can tell which ones are which.  SMH/LOL






Early voting by state

It's best to double check with your state for any recent changes to early voting in your state.
COVID-19 Info: This information may have have changed in your state’s next election, check the COVID-19 page for info.

StateEarly in-person voting beginsEarly in-person voting endsMore Information

ALABAMA


N/A


N/A
DEFEAT RUBERVILE
ELECT DOUG JONES


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
ALASKA


15 days before the election.


The day before the election.
DEFEAT DAN SULLIVAN


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
ARIZONA

27 days before the election.

The Friday before the election.
DEFEAT McSALLY

Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
ARKANSAS


15 days before the election.


The Monday before the election.
DEFEAT TOM COTTON


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
CALIFORNIA


29 days before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office to see if they offer early voting.


The day before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office to see if they offer early voting.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

COLORADO



N/A. Colorado has all mail-in voting



N/A. Colorado has all mail-in voting.
DEFEAT GARDNER



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
CONNECTICUT


N/A. Connecticut does not have in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.


N/A. Connecticut does not have in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
DELAWARE


N/A. Delaware does not have in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.


N/A. Delaware does not have in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA



Varies as the period is set by the Board of Elections, but not more than 10 days before the election.



Varies as the period is set by the Board of Elections.



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
FLORIDA


At least 10 days before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office to determine if more early voting dates are available.


3 days before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office to determine if more early voting dates are available.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

GEORGIA



The fourth Monday before the election.



The Friday before the election.
DEFEAT DAVID PURDUE 
& KELLY LOEFFLER



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
HAWAII


N/A, Hawaii has transitioned to all mail-in voting starting 2020.


N/A, Hawaii has transitioned to all mail-in voting starting 2020.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
IDAHO


On or before the third Monday before the election. Not all counties conduct early voting. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.


The Friday before the election. Not all counties conduct early voting. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.
DEFEAT JIM RISCH



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.


ILLINOIS



40 days before the election.



The day before the election.



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
INDIANA


28 days before the election.


The day before the election.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
IOWA


29 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).


The day before the election (in-person absentee voting).
 DEFEAT JONI ERNST


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

KANSAS



Up to 20 days before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.



Up to the day before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

KENTUCKY



21 days before Election Day.



The Saturday before Election Day.    
DEFEAT MITCH McCONNELL!!



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
LOUISIANA


14 days before the election.


7 days before the election.
DEFEAT BILL CASSIDY


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MAINE

30 days before the election (in-person absentee).
The Thursday before the election (in-person absentee).
DEFEAT SUSAN COLLINS
Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MARYLAND


The second Monday before the election.


The Thursday before the election.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MASSACHUSETTS


11 days before the election. In light of COVID-19, the state will have more specific instructions on early voting procedures at a later date.


The second business day before the election. In light of COVID-19, the state will have more specific instructions on early voting procedures at a later date.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MICHIGAN


45 days before the election.


The day before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MINNESOTA


46 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).


The day before the election (in-person absentee voting).


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MISSISSIPPI


N/A. Mississippi does not offer in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.


N/A. Mississippi does not offer in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.
DEFEAT CINDY HYDE-SMITH


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MISSOURI


N/A. Missouri does not offer early voting or in-person no-excuse absentee voting.


N/A. Missouri does not offer early voting or in-person no-excuse absentee voting.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
MISSOURI


30 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).


Noon on the day before the election (in-person absentee voting).
DEFEAT STEVE DAINES


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
NEBRASKA


30 days before the election.


1 day before the election.
DEFEAT BEN SASSE
Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
NEVADA

17 days before the election.
4 days before the election.
Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
NEW HAMPSHIRE



N/A. New Hampshire does not offer in-person early or no-excuse absentee voting.


N/A. New Hampshire does not offer in-person early or no-excuse absentee voting.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

NEW JERSEY



45 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).



3pm on the day before the election (in-person absentee voting).



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
NEW MEXICO


28 days before the election.



3 days before the election.



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
NEW YORK


10 days before the election.


2 days before the election.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
NORTH CAROLINA



19 days before the election.

 

3 days before the election.
DEFEAT TOM TILLIS


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
NORTH DAKOTA


At least 15 days before the election. Varies by county. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.


The day before the election.

Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

OHIO




28 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).


2pm on the day before the election (in-person absentee voting).


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
OKLAHOMA
 


5 days before the election.


2pm 3 days before Election Day.
DEFEAT AND RETIRE
IMHOFE


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
OREGON


N/A. Oregon has all mail-in ballots.


N/A. Oregon has all mail-in ballots.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
Pennsylvania

Varies by county. Pennsylvania does not offer early voting, but counties may make mail ballots available to voters in person up to 50 days before Election Day.
Mail ballots may be dropped off in county offices until Election Day.
Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.


RHODE ISLAND




20 days before the election.




The day before the election.




Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
SOUTH CAROLINA



N/A. South Carolina does not offer in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.



N/A. South Carolina does not offer in-person early voting or no-excuse absentee voting.
DEFEAT LINDSAY GRAHAM
ELECT: JAIME HARRISON



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

South Dakota



46 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).



The day before the election (in-person absentee voting).
DEFEAT MIKE ROUNDS



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
TENNESSEE


20 days before the election.


5 days before the election.
DEFEAT LAMAR ALEXANDER


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

TEXAS



22 days before the election.



4 days before the election.
DEFEAT JOHN CORNYN



 Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
UTAH


14 days before the election.


4 days before the election.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
VERMONT

45 days before the election.

The day before the election.

Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
VIRGINIA


45 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).


3 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
WASHINGTON


18 days before the election.


Through Election Day (state does not distinguish between early voting and voting on Election Day)


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
WEST
VIRGINIA



13 days before the election.



3 days before the election.
DEFEAT SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.
WISCONSIN


At least 14 days before the election (in-person absentee voting). Varies by municipality. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.


As late as 2 days before the election (in-person absentee voting). Varies by municipality. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.


Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.

WYOMING



45 days before the election (in-person absentee voting).



The day before the election (in-person absentee voting).
DEFEAT MIKE ENZI



Contact your Local Election Office to learn more about early voting in your area.