Are you "With Her" or "Feeling the Bern"? Maybe you're for the billionaire, the extremist, or that other guy. Perhaps you've given up on national politics, but still care about police shootings, water rights, or the state budget. Whatever informs your vote—conservatism, socialism, racism, or New York values—is of no concern to us. But we want to make sure you're able to cast your ballot during the June 7 primaries.
So take note: You have until Tuesday, May 10, to register to vote. Use the internet or snail mail. Register online with the secretary of state. If you’re old school, call 986-6280 and request a form. Or better yet, visit the county clerk at 102 Grant Ave.
Moved since the last election? You need to re-register. Changed your party affiliation? You need to re-register. New name? You get the point.
Don’t forget, New Mexico has a closed primary system. That means you must
register as either a Democrat or Republican to vote. If you’re with a different
party, you might have a different procedure. Check that out.
For some local offices, only Democrats are running. That’s important! Those
races include House District 48, two county commission seats, and county clerk.
Will you be away on June 7? No worries. Early voting at the County Clerk’s
office begins on May 10 and runs through June 3. Out of your way? Here are some alternative
early voting stations, which open on May 21:
- Edgewood Fire Station: 1 Municipal Way, Edgewood
- Eldorado Senior Center: 16 Avenida Torreon, Eldorado
- Santa Fe County Fair Building: 3229 Rodeo Road, Santa Fe
- Pojoaque County Satellite Office: 5 W Gutierrez St., Ste. 9, Pojoaque
- Christian Life Church: 121 Siringo Rd., Santa Fe
You can also send in an absentee ballot by June 3. Print out the application here.
About 20 percent of registered Democrats or Republicans turned out to vote during the 2014 primary. We can do better than that.
Santa Fe Reporter