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It may catch some voters by surprise, but Ohio has another primary/special election coming up Aug. 2. It will require just as much support as more traditionally scheduled elections, but so far for this one, the number of poll workers signed up is not quite enough to get the job done.
According to the Ohio Secretary of State's office, the minimum number of poll workers needed statewide is 25,764. As of mid-July, 24,741 Buckeye State residents had registered. Further, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has set a goal of 29,634 poll workers statewide, to prepare for any unforeseen challenges.
"Because Ohio elections are administered so efficiently and effectively, most people are entirely unaware of the amount of hard work and months of preparation that go into election day," LaRose said. "Central to that success are our tens of thousands of battle-tested, civic-minded legions of dedicated poll workers who faithfully and professionally put in the long hours to ensure Ohio's elections remain a national standard bearer. Despite the fact that Ohio's primary election is being held at an unusual time of year, poll worker recruitment is strong. …"
Time is running short. Those interested should sign up at VoteOhio.gov/DefendDemocracy.
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