Michigan’s Aug. 6 Election: What You Need to Know to Make Your Vote Count

Michigan’s Aug. 6 election is a pivotal moment for our community, featuring primaries for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, state House, and other significant positions. Over 1.5 million absentee ballots have been sent to voters across Michigan, with more than 634,000 already returned. However, many ballots remain outstanding, and time is of the essence. For those who have yet to return their absentee ballot, it is now too late to mail it. The Michigan Secretary of State advises voters to use a drop box or visit their local clerk’s office. Absentee ballots can also be brought to an early-voting site before Election Day. The critical point to remember is that your absentee ballot must reach your clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day to be counted. This precaution is necessary to avoid potential mail delays. As of Thursday, Michigan has sent out 1,589,363 absentee ballots, with 634,898 returned, leaving 954,465 ballots yet to be submitted. With the primary election just around the corner, it is crucial to be informed about the remaining steps and options available. Voter registration remains open until Election Day, but it must be done in person now. Michigan law prohibits online or mail-in registration within 14 days...