Monday, November 3, 2008

Where Do I Vote in Massachusetts 2008 Presidential Election?

By Pam Gaulin, published Nov 03, 2008

Halloween is over and Massachusetts voters are planning their voting day. Plan ahead and check your polling place, know the polling place hours, and don't forget to bring your identification. For more information on finding out where to vote in Massachusetts, when to vote in Massachusetts, checking voting registration status, Massachusetts ballot questions, and where to file a complaint, read on.

The Voter Hotline may be reached at 1-800-462-VOTE (1-800-462-8683)2008 Massachusetts

Voter Checklist
The Secretary of State has included a 2008 Massachusetts Voter Checklist in its Voter guide.Here is the HTML copy of the ballot that you can print out and fill in to make your voting easier and quicker at the polls. The official Massachusetts Guide for Voters in PDF format may be printed from here: Sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/IFV_2008.pdf.

When to Vote in Massachusetts for the 2008 ElectionThe Massachusetts polls are open from 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2008.

Voting Day Tips
Try to vote early in the day, when the polls open. The best time to vote is between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.Do not panic if you get in line close to or at 8:00 p.m. As long as you are in line by 8:00 p.m. you have the right to vote. The polling places do not close at 8:00 p.m. but you cannot line up at after 8:00 p.m.

Use your lunch break to vote, if you work near your polling place.Carpool with neighbors or friends to help alleviate election day traffic and parking overloads.Be cautious while driving through dense neighborhoods, since children are not in school today.Parents are allowed to take children into the voting booth, so do not let lack of a baby sitter keep you from the polls today.

Review Massachusetts Ballot Questions for the 2008 ElectionThere are three ballot questions in 2008. Review them and read up on them before you head into the voting booth. This will save everyone time and frustration at the polls, and help keep the process moving efficiently for all Massachusetts voters.

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