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Connecticut Implements Early Voting for Presidential Primary

With light turnout, Connecticut's first foray into early voting is deemed successful by state officials, marking a significant shift in the state's voting practices.

A sign reminding voters they can cast their votes early in the April 2 presidential primary in Connecticut was placed outside the Stonington Town Hall in Stonington, Conn., on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. The four-day early voting period marks the first time voters can cast their votes early and in-person in Connecticut. (AP Photo/Susan Haigh)
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Overview

  • Connecticut has introduced early in-person voting for the first time, ahead of the presidential primary, after years of legislative efforts.
  • The state now joins the majority of the U.S. in allowing early voting, leaving only four states without such provisions.
  • Turnout for the early voting period was light, with 13,476 voters participating out of over 1.2 million registered Democrats and Republicans.
  • State officials, including Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas, praised the smooth operation and security of the new voting system.
  • Resistance to early voting in Connecticut had historically been strong, particularly among Republicans, citing concerns over voting safeguards and resource allocation.