August 6th Primary Election - Choose Carefully
August 6th Primary Election: Choose Carefully
Sponsored by: Wheelan Law Firm of Moberly, Missouri
Hosted by: Sidney Wheelan
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Sidney Wheelan dives deep into the upcoming Missouri Primary Election on August 6th. Learn about the primary election process, qualifications for candidates, and how to find more information on campaigns and the voting process.
Key Topics Covered:
Overview of Missouri Primary Elections
- Open primaries: Voters can choose any party’s ballot.
- Importance of selecting the correct party's ballot on Election Day.
- Primary elections are typically held in August of even-numbered years.
Voter Registration
- Deadline for voter registration was July 10, 2024, for the August 6th primary.
- Requirements to be eligible to vote in Missouri.
Election Day Process
- Polling places and selecting a party primary.
- Required identification for voting and provisional ballots.
Political Races on the Ballot
- Federal, state, and county positions up for election.
- How to view sample ballots on county clerk websites.
Crossover Voting
- Explanation of Missouri’s open primary system and its implications.
Candidate Qualifications
- Detailed qualifications for various positions including Presiding Circuit Judge, Sheriff, County Commissioner, Coroner, Public Administrator, and Assessor.
Missouri Ethics Commission
- Role in ensuring candidates follow campaign rules.
- How to find detailed financial information about campaigns on the MEC website.
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