New York Dems
June 25th, 2008
Blogging from the Road - Everyday's a New Adventure
Updates from State Chair June O'Neill's trip to Denver for meeting of the State Association of Democratic Chairs.
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PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY NEWS AND INFORMATIONSuper Tuesday Guide for Democratic Voters in New York| Voter Information | Sign up for Updates | Primary Night Events | Media | |
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UPDATED 02/02
View a sample ballot.
This is similar to what you might see when voting at a lever machine on Tuesday.
UPDATED 02/01
Find out who your candidates for Delegate are.
The candidates for Delegate are different in every U.S. Congressional District. Download this list to see who will be on your ballot, and which Presidential candidate they are pledged to. If you don't know which Congressional District you live in, look it up here.
VOTER INFORMATION
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to vote in the Democratic primary?
New York has a closed primary. That means you need to be a registered Democrat in order to vote in the Democratic Primary on February 5th. The deadline to change party registration was October 12, 2007. Changes made now will take effect November 11, 2008, in time for important 2009 primaries. If you would like to change your party registration, submit this form to your County Board of Elections. (You can also use the same form for first-time registrations.)
Additionally, standard eligibility requirements apply, including: US citizenship, NY residency for at least 30 days, and at least 18 years of age on election day.
How can I confirm that I'm registered to vote with the Democratic Party?
Contact your County Board of Elections for official confirmation. You can also check your registration status online at VoterSearch.org, an unofficial voter verification site for New York State. Note: if the Board of Elections has designated you as "inactive", your name will not appear on the voter rolls at your poll site. However, your eligibility to vote is not affected.
Where do I go to vote?
Check with your County Board of Elections . In New York City, you can look up your poll site using this tool. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. in New York City and the following counties: Erie, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester. Elsewhere, polls will be open from 12 noon to 9 p.m.
If you wish to vote absentee, download the application and submit it to your County Board of Elections . (The deadline to submit the application in person is Feb. 4; the deadline by mail has already passed. Your absentee ballot itself must be postmarked by Feb. 4 and received by Feb. 12, or delivered in person by 9 p.m. on Feb 5.)
What can I expect at the ballot box? Will I be voting for candidates or delegates?
Voters will choose one candidate for President and either 5 or 6 candidates for Delegate. Delegates are pledged to specific Presidential candidates, which will be noted on the ballot. Voters may select any combination of Democratic Delegates, regardless of your chosen Presidential candidate.
Download this list to see who the candidates for Delegate are in your Congressional district. If you don't know which Congressional district you live in, look it up here.
This is similar to what you might see when voting at a lever machine on Tuesday.
Democratic Presidential candidates will be allocated delegate slots based on the proportion of the vote they (the Presidential candidates) receive in each Congressional District. These slots will be filled by Delegates pledged to the Presidential candidate, starting with the highest vote-getter among candidates for Delegate, in a way that ensures gender parity. For more detail about how this process works, check out our Delegate Selection Plan, or read this post on the New York Times City Room blog.
What should I do if I have problems voting?
Call your County Board of Elections , or the State Board of Elections at 518-474-6220. We will also have an attorney from the New York Democratic Lawyers Council available by phone at our headquarters, to address Primary Day issues: 212-725-8825.
How can I support my favorite candidate?
While the State Party remains neutral until after the primary, we encourage you to get involved with the campaign of your choice--whether it's making phone calls, volunteering at campaign headquarters, or recruiting your friends. Most of the campaigns have offices in every region in the state. Here are resources for the three candidates on the ballot in New York that are still in the race (listed in alphabetical order):
Where can I watch the results with other Democrats?
We know there are primary night parties planned all over the state--check our website over the next few days before you make your plans. And if you're planning a party yourself, let us know if you want it posted on our website by emailing Marie, at mariep@nydems.org.
What happens after the Primaries are over?
Remember, we will all be working together to elect one Democrat to the White House. Sign up to volunteer, or donate to help us take back the White House, the State Senate, and Congressional seats all over New York.
Also, while much of our attention is focused on the Presidential Primary, there is still a State Senate race going on upstate. The special election is scheduled for February 26th. Check out our blog and our newsroom for the latest.
What if I my question isn't answered here?
Call your County Board of Elections , or the State Board of Elections at 518-474-6220. And you can always contact our office at 212-725-8825.
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PRIMARY NIGHT EVENTS
Candidate-Related Events
Hillary Clinton
Election night celebration with Senator Hillary Clinton
Where:Manhattan Center Grand Ballroom, 311 West 34th St, Manhattan
When: 8 pm.
Space is limited, tickets are first-come first-served.
Barack Obama
Watch the results with other volunteers and staffers from the Obama campaign
Where: Tonic East Side, 411 Third Ave, Manhattan
When: 9 pm.
Independent Events
Albany: Albany County Young Democrats
Free snacks and a cash bar.
Where:McGeary's Pub, 4 Clinton Square
When: 8 pm until the results come in.
Admission is free
Binghamton: Broome County Young Democrats
Enjoy free refreshments and show support for your favorite candidate.
Where:Relief Pitcher, 197 Conklin Ave, Binghamton
When: 9 - 11 p.m.
Admission is free
Bronx: Bronx County Democratic Committee
Join Hillary Clinton supporters for live returns, special guests, and discounts on food and drinks.
Where: Morris Park Bar and Grill, 702 Morris Park Avenue
When: 8 pm.
Admission is free.
Long Island: Nassau County Young Democrats
Where: Maxwell & Dunne’s, 1600 Round Swamp Rd, Plainview
When: 8.30 p.m.
Schenectady: Schenectady City and County Democratic Committees
Enjoy free food while watching primary returns from New York and 21 other states.
Where:Ancient Order of Hibernians Hall, 1748 State Street
When: 9 - 11 p.m.
Admission is free
Manhattan: ACT-NOW and Manhattan Young Dems
Join local grassroots activists watching the primary results roll in from around the country. Cash bar and pub food will be available.
Where:The Irish Rogue, 356 West 44th Street
When: 7 p.m.
Manhattan: DL21C
Live returns, TV coverage, special guests and much more.
Where: Tonic Bar and Lounge, 727 Seventh Avenue
When: 8 p.m. until late
Admission is $5, or free for members
Manhattan: Gramercy-Stuyvesant Independent Democrats
Join local progressives in observing the closing of the polls, then watch the results come in with friends and allies.
Where:Shades of Green Pub and Restaurant, 125 E. 15th St.
When: 8 p.m.
Manhattan: Living Liberally & DFNYC
Celebrate Super Fat Tuesday (Election Day and Mardi Gras) by watching returns from around the nation with comedic commentary from Laughing Liberally and themed edibles from Eating Liberally.
Where: The Tank, 279 Church Street
When: 7 p.m. until the winners are declared
Admission is free; money raised will go towards New Orleans reconstruction efforts.
If you want your event listed, email your contact information and event details to mariep@nydems.org.