On Thursday, October 17, the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office and the New Mexico Department of Justice published their updated General Election Voter Information Resource Guide.
The guide has factual and important dates and deadlines for the November 5 general election and provides dates, deadlines and information about in-person and mail-in voting. The guide also provides parameters about who is and isn’t allowed at the polls. Notably, the guide reminds people of their right to vote safely and free from intimidation, harassment, and coercion, as protected under federal and state law.
“Clear, accessible voting information is key to boosting voter confidence and participation,” said Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver. “By teaming up with the New Mexico Department of Justice on this voter information resource guide, we’re making sure New Mexicans know all the ways to cast their ballot and the robust safeguards protecting their rights, their vote, and our election process.
Early voting commenced on Saturday, October 19. New Mexico has adopted a new provision which bans guns at polling places. According to previous reporting by the Source NM, this new prohibition was inspired by Santa Fe poll workers, who experienced harassment by people openly carrying firearms during the 2020 presidential election.
“Ensuring every New Mexican can exercise their right to vote freely and without fear is one of our top priorities,” said Attorney General Raúl Torrez. “This guide provides the critical information voters need to understand their rights, and it reinforces our commitment to protecting those rights from any form of interference or intimidation. I want to commend the secretary of state, Maggie Toulouse Oliver, for spearheaaws are acted upon.”
The guide asks the public to call the secretary of state’s Voter Hotline if anyone interferes with their vote through threats, intimidation, or coercion, or if they become aware of any interference with others’ right to vote. The number to file a complaint is 1-800-477-3632.
In addition to providing helpful information to voters on the upcoming election, state officials urge New Mexicans to rely on their clerk’s office for accurate and factual information. If you’re unsure about election information and would like to research it further, visit www.NMVOTE.ORG/RUMOR
Artificial intelligence is one of the newest threats to our landscape. This intelligence has the ability to create fake videos, graphics, and other content, tricking people into believing misinformation. If you’d like to check out more information about artificial intelligence, you can visit SOS.NM.GOV/AI.
The best place to get your factual, and accurate information is NMVOTE.ORG.
Download the Voter Information Guide https://questanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Voter-Guide.pdf
