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Elections

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Posted inSystems Repair

Detroit seeking applications for two open seats on the Board of Police Commissioners

by Noah Kincade August 1, 2023July 31, 2023

On Thursday, the city announced it is seeking applications for two BOPC seats. The mayor, with City Council’s approval, will soon choose replacements.

Portrait of William Lewis smiling outside
Posted inSystems Repair

After waiting three decades, 54-year-old Michigander will vote in first general election

by Malak Silmi November 3, 2022March 17, 2023
what happens at the polls
Posted inNews

Early voting sites open across Detroit: Find one near you

by Miriam Marini October 18, 2022March 14, 2023
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Posted inSystems Repair

Will modem issues cause delays in Wayne County results for the general election?

by Malak Silmi August 23, 2022March 15, 2023
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Posted inDocumenters, Guides, How to Detroit, Local Government, News, Systems Repair

Why a primary election matters so much

by Meg Krausch, Detroit Documenter July 8, 2022March 14, 2023
voter guide 3 start with the issues
Posted inDocumenters, Guides, How to Detroit, Local Government, Systems Repair

Vote with confidence: Start with the issues

White woman with blond hair wearing white blazer and black shirt. by Damien Benson, Detroit Documenter and Kayleigh Lickliter, Detroit Documenter July 8, 2022March 14, 2023
how to vote primary
Posted inDocumenters, Guides, How to Detroit, Local Government, Systems Repair

How to vote in the Detroit primary and key dates to know

Kate Abbey-Lambertz headshot by Kate Abbey-Lambertz July 8, 2022March 14, 2023
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Posted inDocumenters, Guides, How to Detroit, Local Government, Systems Repair

How to look up a politician’s voting record and job performance

White woman with blond hair wearing white blazer and black shirt. by Kayleigh Lickliter, Detroit Documenter July 8, 2022March 14, 2023
what happens at the polls
Posted inDocumenters, Guides, How to Detroit, Local Government, Systems Repair

What to know before you go to the polls in Detroit

by Malak Silmi July 8, 2022March 14, 2023
Posted inDocumenters, Guides, How to Detroit, Local Government, Systems Repair

Who’s trying to sway my vote? How to follow the money in campaigns

by David Palmer, Detroit Documenter July 8, 2022March 14, 2023

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