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Alabama’s Quiet Special Primary | Birmingham News
Alabama’s special primary election drew a surprisingly low turnout, with just fifty voters at some polling places by midday—many unaware the election even existed, spotting it only on social media. Held to select November candidates after a court-ordered redraw of congressional maps, the vote came after earlier primaries and runoff elections, leaving voters weary and confused. With polls closing at 7 PM, final numbers are pending, but early reports signal a quiet ballot box. The Secretary of State’s office is now facing tough questions: how to reignite civic engagement when voter fatigue and…
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