Election Info

The following is being shared with you from the Powell PTA Legislative Representative, Tina Howard. We strongly encourage all those who are eligible to vote to get registered and to vote on Tuesday, November 4. Make it a learning moment, and take your children with you....it will be a priceless learning moment!

Kids Voting NC Wake County

Candidates' Forum Saturday, September 13, 2008 NC Museum of History in Raleigh

Students, Parents, and Teachers, please plan to join us for an educational event scheduled at the NC Museum of History in downtown Raleigh on Saturday, September 13, 2008. Doors will open at 10:30AM with a candidates forum beginning at 11:00AM. Ken Smith WRAL will moderate the event. Come and familiarize yourselves with the candidates running for Governor, Senate, and House of Representatives. You will also be able to participate in fun activities such as making election buttons as well as preparing patriotic signs, flags, and hats. Additionally, you will have an opportunity to see first hand some sample practice ballots along with scheduled presentations on the Right to Vote Amendments and You as an Informed Voter Misinformation.

So mark your calendars for a fun morning of learning and exploring at the Candidates' Forum on Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:30 AM. Here is a pdf flyer to help you get registered. It is first come, first serve. Candidates' Forum registration form.

Additionally, VOLUNTEERS are needed to execute this event. If you are interested in helping, please call the Kids Voting NC Wake County office at 341-2398 for details.

The general elections for President, NC Governor, NC Senate, and other races are just around the corner--November 4, 2008. You must be registered in order to vote in the upcoming elections. Voter registration deadline is October 10. To register, go to www.wakegov.com/elections

Avoid the long lines on November 4. Vote Early! NC law allows citizens to vote early at certain voting locations around the state. Locations include malls, community centers, and the Board of Elections. To find a location, go to www.wakevotesearly.com

If you miss the voter registration deadline, you may register and vote at the same time. A new law allows qualified residents to register and vote at the same time at early voting locations through a process called In Person Registration. Voters who register at an early voting location must provide an acceptable form of identification before being allowed to vote. In person registration is not permitted on Election Day.

Participate in the democratic process AND get a small stipend. If interested, download and complete application at www.wakegov.com/elections

Learn more about the candidates' positions. Debates of the major party candidates for Presidential and Gubernatorial races will be held over the next several weeks. Here's a schedule:

September 26, 2008: Presidential debate with domestic policy focus, University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS

October 2, 2008: Vice Presidential debate, Washington University, St. Louis, MO
October 7, 2008: Presidential debate in a town hall format, Belmont University, Nashville, TN
October 15, 2008: Presidential debate with foreign policy focus, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY

WRAL 2008 NC Gubernatorial Debate
Sunday, September 14, at 1 PM
See how the candidates for governor differ in a series of three debates starting Sunday, September 14, at 1 PM, on the WRAL 2008 NC Gubernatorial Debate.

2008 NC Gubernatorial Debate
Sunday, September 21, at 1 PM
The gubernatorial contenders return to appeal for your support on the 2008 NC Gubernatorial Debate sponsored by the Public School Forum and NC Cable Operators.

2008 North Carolina Gubernatorial Debate
Wednesday, September 24, at 8 PM
The gubernatorial aspirants again make their case one last time Wednesday, September 24, on the 2008 North Carolina Gubernatorial Debate.

2008 North Carolina Lieutenant Gubernatorial Debate
Wednesday, September 17, at 8 PM
In the midst of the gubernatorial debates, hear from the hopefuls for lieutenant governor on the 2008 North Carolina Lieutenant Gubernatorial Debate, Wednesday, September 17, at 8 PM.