Today is election day in America and in Boston we have lots of important races. So keep reading to get all your information on how to vote, where to vote and what the ballot questions are all about in Massachusetts so you can be informed and have your voice heard today and all year long.
When is election day 2023 in Massachusetts?
General election day is on November 7 across the country.
Are there any Massachusetts ballot questions?
This year there are no ballot questions, because in Massachusetts there are only questions on the ballot every other year.
Where can I vote?
For more info on how to register to vote, where to find your polling place and more information on voting in Massachusetts head to Mass.gov.
What do I need to bring to vote?
First time voting in Boston or in Massachusetts in general? You do not need to bring anything with you to vote. If you are registered to vote, you just show up give your name and address to the volunteer at the desk checking people in, they hand you a ballot and you vote! It is as simple as it gets. In many polling places there will be separate tables to receive you ballot based on the street name of where you live, for example street names from A-M at one table and N-Z at another table. But you do not need to bring anything with you to vote.
How late do the polls stay open in Boston?
Polls are open from 7am-8pm on November 7. So there is still plenty of time to vote today.
Where should you go to celebrate voting?
Everyone should have their voice heard! And everyone should celebrate taking part in the Democratic process by visiting one of the best restaurants in Boston! And maybe afterwards head to one of the best bars in Boston!