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active interest in the local, state and national Democratic Party, to support campaigns, inform voters and to engage in grassroots activism.
If you are already registered, you may need to update your registration. Have you moved since the last time you voted? The sign in process will go smoother with your current address.
In addition to verifying your registration, there is also information about your precinct and political districts.
The dates for early voting are October 21, 2024
Hours 8:30 am to 6:00 pm (Monday – Saturday)
Closed Sunday, October 27
Deadline to vote early is November 2 at 6:00 pm
Early Voting Locations for 2024 Election:
Reg & Elections, 1930 University Pkwy Ste 1200 Aiken, SC 29801
Roy Warner Park, 4287 Festival Trail Road, Wagener, SC 29164
N A Community Center, 495 Brookside Ave, North Augusta SC 29841
Odell Weeks Rec Center, 1700 Whiskey Rd, Aiken SC 29803
Or you can vote absentee by mail. The Absentee ballot must be requested by Friday, October 25 at 5:00 pm.
Closer to the election you can find your polling location.
As election day approaches, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the four ballot questions and how the Aiken County Democratic Party (ACDP) is voting. Please keep in mind that there is a time limit when reading the ballot in the voting booth, so you need to review these questions beforehand and be prepared before you vote.
Here's a simplified breakdown of the questions and our positions:
1 Statewide Constitutional Amendment
This question asks whether South Carolina's Constitution should be changed to specify that "ONLY" US citizens aged 18 and older who are properly registered can vote. The Constitution currently states that "EVERY" US citizen…
Our Vote: NO, Opposed to the Question
The ACDP is voting NO on this amendment because it's unnecessary. The operative and governing word in the existing Constitution is "citizen." This amendment is a futile attempt to suggest that non-citizens are voting in our elections, but it opens the door for additional legislation that could restrict voter access. We already have laws in place that ensure only citizens vote.
2 Local Education Bond Question
This question asks if the Aiken County School District should be allowed to issue up to $285 million in bonds.
Our Vote: YES, in Favor of the Question
The ACDP supports this because issuing bonds lets the school district quickly start multiple projects.
3 Sales Tax for Education
This question renews a special 1% sales tax for ten years to fund school improvements and help lower property taxes. The funds would go toward renovations and expansions at schools like South Aiken High and Silver Bluff High and the construction of a new elementary school.
Our Vote: YES, in Favor of the Question
The ACDP believes this tax helps provide resources for our schools to maintain quality education and meet the district's growth.
4 Capital Project Sales Tax V Referendum
This question renews a 1% sales tax for up to seven years to fund infrastructure projects across Aiken County. These include road improvements, public safety upgrades, and community enhancements.
Our Vote: YES, in Favor of the Question
The ACDP believes this is a smart way to fund necessary projects without increasing property taxes.
Be Prepared for Election Day
Because reading the ballot is time-limited, knowing how you will vote before you enter the polling place is essential. Please review these questions and our recommendations so you're ready to cast your vote efficiently.
Let's ensure every voice is heard and every vote counts for Aiken County's future!
To download a copy of your sample ballot, go to scvotes.gov
Being a Poll Watcher for the Aiken County Democratic Party is important to assure that every
registered voter can cast their ballot without interference. Your presence at the polling places
makes a difference as we observe the voting process and the activities of other watchers and
observers. This is what Voter Protection is all about. We hope that you will consider being a
Poll Watcher this year for the General Election on Nov. 5.
Unfortunately, the potential for others to interfere or be disruptive this year is greater than ever.
As we have done in the past on Election Day, Nov. 5, we will use roving Poll Watchers in teams
of two for half-day shifts. Each team will be given a list of several nearby precincts and will be
asked to visit each one, observe the proceedings, record the number of votes cast, and then
move on to the next one – as long as everything is running smoothly. This year we have 3 new
precincts making 89 for the County, with 75 voting locations.
Election Day Poll Watcher Training: You must attend one of them.
● In-Person: Sunday, Oct. 27 at 3:00 p.m. at the ACDP Headquarters.
● Zoom: Monday, Oct. 28 at 7:00 pm.
● Zoom: Thursday, Oct. 31 at 7:00 p.m
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Find out what you can do in Aiken County with the Aiken County Democratic Party.
We are open on Wednesdays 11 am to 7 pm. Thursdays through Sundays 11 am to 4 pm. Starting on October 21 we will be open 7 days a week (11 am to 4 pm) through Election Day. The Aiken County Democratic Party office is located at 410 Richland Ave. West, Aiken. Please volunteer! We will continue to inform & inspire Democratic voters for the upcoming November 2024 election.
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We are Aiken County's Democratic voices! Thanks to the hard work and support of the ACDP Community.
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