Vote Monitor 2008

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(Michigan) Voting Reports

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48430: Identification Issue

I had accidentally left my wallet behind, and got to the polls VERY late - in fact I was the last voter in the city. I had to sign an affidavit affirming my identity, although several of the poll workers have known me all my life(my priest, the city clerk). My vote was excepted no problem-thanks to Michigans good system. Have an ID or sign to vouch for yourself. Read More »

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Voting in Michigan

17 Electoral Votes

Polling Hours: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

2008 Registered Voters: 7,470,764 as of 11/03 (Michigan Department of State)

Change from 2004: +4%

Election Day Registration: No

Post-Election Manual Audits: No

ID Requirements: Photo ID requested of all voters; voters without ID can sign affidavits and cast regular (non-provisional ballots)

Provisional Voting: Eligible for verification if cast in correct precinct

Voting System: Optical scan and ballot-marking device

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