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Can Democrats vote on January 31st? It depends on where you live.

January 4, 2012 By Ken Tinkler

Florida is a “Closed Primary” state, meaning only voters who are registered members of the political party holding a primary election can vote in that primary election.  Some cities, counties, and special districts, however, are also using the Presidential Preference Primary date to conduct other elections, such as referendums and other ballot measures.  For example, the City of Flagler Beach scheduled their municipal elections in conjunction with the January 31st primary and the City of Temple Terrace is holding a referendum on tax exemptions for economic development.  Check your local Supervisor of Elections website to see if you are eligible to vote on an issue on January 31st even if your political party is not holding a primary.

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