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How to vote View video demonstrations in English or Spanish on how to use the new Optical Scan Ballot.  There are also phone demonstrations available on the same page.


Hartford Resources
Registration Deadlines for New Voters Here you will find information on Connecticut deadlines from the About.com Website.  Look towards the bottom of the page to find the dates.

Hartford Elected Officials  Read about your representatives.

Where to vote in Hartford.


Top Reasons to Visit the Hartford Public Library  this Election Season:
   · Register to vote or update your current registration information.
   · Obtain absentee ballot information in English or Spanish.
   · Find out what precinct you live in and your polling location in Hartford.
   · Learn about the electoral process.
   · Get the latest updates on Connecticut candidates and how to contact them.
   · Connect with national and local civic organizations like the League of Women Voters or
      Project Vote Smart and learn how you can volunteer or get more involved.

    
Election 2008

2008 State Election Calendar Here you will see a summary of requirements leading to the November 4, 2008 Election.

CQPolitics is a leading online journal dedicated to covering the political scene in an objective non-partisan style. To receive free online newsletters, you must sign up on the left-hand side of the page.

Connecticut Democrats provides you with contact information, news, blogs, how to volunteer and/or contribute.

Connecticut Republicans This site provides you with news, contacts, how to volunteer and/or register.

Seven political scientists describe the electoral process for people who might not be familiar with United States election practices. Topics include the political parties, campaign finance, and more.

Talking Points Memo is a political blog with links to a 24 hour updated tracker of all the political polls in the country. See how Connecticut officials are faring in the latest polls.

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Voter Registration
Congress.org is an interactive Web site that allows you to select your state and input your zip code to determine who are your Connecticut candidates and how you may contact them.

Project Vote-Smart Find and learn about your representatives.  View their voting records, campaign finances and biographical information. Learn how to register and where to vote. Information on absentee ballots is also available.

See the major polls regarding approval rating for the President.  The website, RealClearPolitics.com has won praise from many news people.

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Campaign$$
OpenSecrets.org provides a huge amount of information on the givers and getters of the Presidential Race. Search by zipcode.

Follow the Money tracks contributions in state politics which can then influence politics on the national level. It also makes donating online possible.

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