The early voting period for the 2024 general election has officially begun in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties. This means that South Florida residents now have the opportunity to cast their votes ahead of the November 3 election day.
As voters in South Florida head to the polls, presidential candidates are making their final pushes in key battleground states. Former President Donald Trump has been campaigning in Pennsylvania, while Vice President Harris has been visiting churches in suburban Atlanta as part of her “souls to the polls” campaign.
In Florida, there are several important issues on the ballot that voters will have the chance to decide on. These include ending a controversial abortion ban, legalizing recreational marijuana for adults 21 and over, and electing a new sheriff for Miami-Dade County.
During the early voting period, which runs until November 3, voters can visit any polling location to cast their ballots. However, on election day, voters must go to their assigned precinct location. In Miami-Dade and Broward, polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., while in Monroe, they are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Voters also have the option to drop off their vote by mail ballots at early voting locations. For specific dates, hours, and locations in each county, there are resources available online for Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties.
As the election day draws closer, it is important for South Florida residents to make their voices heard and participate in the democratic process. Early voting provides a convenient way for people to cast their ballots and have a say in important issues that affect their communities. So, whether you support a certain candidate or have strong feelings about a particular ballot measure, now is the time to take action and vote.
