voting & election information

VOTING CALENDAR

There are 4 elections in Michigan in 2012, each with its own candidate filing deadline and date a voter must be registered in order to cast a ballot. 

VOTING 101

In a democratic society, we have the privilege of voting to choose the representatives who will work on the problems important to us. Here are some resources to help you navigate the world of voting.

REGISTER TO VOTE

Download a voter registration form and learn where, when and how you can register to vote. 

VOTING FAQs

Learn about primary elections, voting day rules, different kinds of ballots, absentee voting and more. 

VOTING TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

First time voters and college students often find themselves caught in the technicalities of Michigan election laws. Here are a few tips for college students in Michigan to help guide you through the voting process. 

February 28, 2012 Election

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Presidential Primary

        You MUST indicate whether you wish to receive a REPUBLICAN or DEMOCRATIC ballot when you  apply for a ballot -  whether at the polls or by absentee vote – because this election is a Closed Primary unlike other Primary elections in Michigan.  If there are other races or proposals on the ballot in your area, you will receive the ballot for those items regardless of whether or not you select a party for the Presidential Primary race.  Your selection of Party for the Presidential Preference Primary does NOT restrict whom you can vote for in other partisan races on the ballot.

              Below are the Presidential candidates appearing on the Michigan ballot and a link to their campaign websites.  The name of any candidate identified by the Michigan Secretary of State or the Chairs of the Michigan Republican or Democratic Parties as a potential Presidential nominee will appear on the ballot unless the candidate has filed an affidavit with the Secretary of State by December 9, 2011, stating that he/she is not a candidate for President.  Candidates withdrawing after the deadline remain on the ballot.  The Democratic Party is holding a caucus on May 4^th and will be honoring the results of that contest only.

Republican Presidential Primary Ballot:

        Michele Bachmann                www.michelebachman.com

        Herman Cain                        www.cainconnections.com

        Newt Gingrich                       www.newt.org

        Jon Huntsman                       www.jon2012.com

        Gary Johnson                       www.garyjohnson2012.com

        Fred Karger                          www.fredkarger.com 

        Ron Paul                               www.ronpaul2012.com

        Rick Perry                             www.rickperry.org

        Buddy Roemer                      www.buddyroemer.com

        Mitt Romney                          www.mitt-romney-2012

        Rick Santorum                       www.ricksantorum.com

        Uncommitted

Democratic Presidential Primary Ballot:

        Barack Obama                        www.barackobama.com

        Uncommitted

State Races to fill Vacancies: 

        ALL Voters in the district can vote in these general elections.

Michigan House Districts:       

29 (Cities of Auburn Hills and Pontiac)          Voter Guide provided by LWV Oakland Area

51 (Cities of Fenton, Grand Blanc and Linden, and Townships of Argentine, Atlas, Fenton,  Grand Blanc and Mundy)                             Voter Guide provided by LWV Flint Area

Local Races and Proposals:

        For information, visit the website of the local League of Women Voters  in your area.