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Week two of Early Voting: Last call

Over 6.2 million Texans have voted so far - how big will the number get and what does it mean for public education? Plus, learn how you can help boost turnout on Tuesday.

Voter registration deadline has passed - so what’s next?

With October 5th's voter registration deadline in the past, we look ahead to November, with mail-in ballots being many Texans' first opportunity to cast their vote.

Oct 8

Youth voter registration lags in Texas – how high schools and parents can help turn it around.

Texas high schools are supposed to provide older students the opportunity to register to vote, but most don't - a big, but solveable problem in the face of low registration numbers.

Sep 25

Check your voter registration now: What Texas’ suspense list means

News of Texas' suspense list has caused confusion as 1.2 million Texans are affected - here's what you need to know and how to check your registration.

Sep 9