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The General Election is held nationally on the first Tuesday following the first Monday in November. In 2024, Maine voters will elect the President, one of Maine’s two United States Senators, Maine’s two Representatives to Congress, all members of the Maine Legislature (State Senators and State Representatives) and certain county officers. County officers will vary depending on the county, but include the following: Judge of Probate, Register of Probate, County Treasurer, Register of Deeds, Sheriff, District Attorney and County Commissioner.
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The policies that people with developmental disabilities want to see happen need the support of our elected officials – that’s one reason that voting is so important. Decisions get made by those with a seat at the table – we want to make sure that table is filled with people who will work to make policy that works towards a more supportive and inclusive society!
Here are some resources to help you vote and learn about the candidates you are voting for.
Watch this video:
It’s easy to request one here: https://apps.web.maine.gov/cgi-bin/online/AbsenteeBallot/index.pl
Our sister organization has a page full of resources to help you access your right to vote, compiled here: https://drme.org/voting
Maine League of Women Voters
This group has lots of resources to help you decide how and why to vote!