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Still, U.S. elections are remarkably reliable

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Election Explainer: Predicting the Results

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If approved, measure would amend state constitution

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Election Explainer: Who Can Vote?

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Who can vote, and what steps must you take to do so?

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Election Threats

by Staff October 19, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Boards of elections take precautions

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Voter Registration Continues to Grow

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Democrats outpace Republicans in Dutchess, Putnam

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Reader Endorsements: State Assembly 95

by Contributor October 19, 2024October 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Letters on the race for the district that includes Philipstown

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‘Shekels’ Remark Mars Assembly Race

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Levenberg seeks re-election for second term

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Election Explainer: Voter Fraud Happens, But…

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It’s rare and election offices have safeguards to catch it

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Judge Tosses Law Moving Elections

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Dutchess joined lawsuit by Republican officials

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Election Guide: Philipstown / Putnam Races

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Many candidates are unopposed

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Election Explainer: Why Don’t The Pollsters Ask Me?

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A poll can represent your opinion even if you weren’t contacted for it

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