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    • 2024 Greater Fall River Election: Questions, Candidates and Information
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    2024 Greater Fall River Election: Questions, Candidates and Information

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    The 2024 election season is almost over and South Coast voters prepare Tuesday elect the president of the united states and make crucial decisions that could affect generations.

    Not only are presidential and congressional races on the ballot, but local voters will be able to choose who they want to represent them on Beacon Hill and in county government.

    They will also have a direct say over state law by answering five referendum questions.

    Polls are open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Are you catching up on what’s at stake? Here you will find everything you need to know.

    Who is running for the United States Senate?

    Current Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren faces a challenge of Republican lawyer John Deaton.

    Warren, the state’s first elected senator, is asking voters for a third six-year term, citing $20 billion in federal funding she has helped deliver for state infrastructure projects and votes she has taken to address inflation and rising prices and reduce cost. of medications.

    Deaton, a millionaire lawyer practicing in Rhode Island, Marine Corps veteran and former judge advocate general, moved to Massachusetts this year while running for office. He said he would pledge not to support any national abortion ban and said a cornerstone of his platform is establishing nationwide financial literacy courses.

    Meet Elizabeth Warren: The senator hopes to serve in Massachusetts for another six years

    Meet John Deaton: Lawyer and Marine Corps veteran challenges Warren for Senate seat

    Who is running for the House of Representatives?

    Democratic U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss, representing the 4th District, is running unopposed.

    Democratic U.S. Rep. Bill Keating, representing the 9th District, faces Republican Dan Sullivan. Keating has been a representative since 2011, previously serving as Norfolk County district attorney and in both chambers of the state Legislature since 1977. He said his goals are to preserve the rights of all Americans and invest in infrastructure. Sullivan, a registered nurse, said she would focus on affordability in Massachusetts, immigrants and affordable housing.

    US Representative race: Three Questions with Candidates Bill Keating and Dan Sullivan

    Who is running to represent Greater Fall River at the state level?

    Several people running for seats on Beacon Hill are unopposed, including state Sen. Michael Rodrigues and state Reps. Steven Howitt, Carole Fiola and Alan Silvia.

    Democratic state Rep. Pat Haddad, representing Bristol’s 5th District, is being challenged by Republican Justin Thurber. Haddad has been in office since 2001 and said he prioritizes education, clean energy and seniors. Thurber, an Air Force veteran, said he would focus on immigrants, high taxes and business regulations.

    Bristol’s 5th district: “Haddad and Thurber in rematch for state representatives”. This is their position regarding the biggest problems in the area

    Democratic state Rep. Paul Schmid, representing Bristol’s 8th District, decided not to run. Five candidates aspire to succeed him: Democrat Stephen Ouellette, Republican Christopher Thrasher and independents Laura Hadley, Manuel Soares Jr. and Jesse St. Gelais.

    Bristol’s 8th district: Meet 5 candidates running to succeed Schmid in the state House

    What other races are held in Greater Fall River?

    Voters will also choose:

    • Governor’s Council: Joseph Ferreira (R), Krysten Condon (U)
    • County Commissioners: John Mitchell (D), Julie Katherine Ruggiero (D), Gregory C. DeMelo (U)

    What referendum questions are on the state ballot?

    Do South Coast Uber drivers need a union? Rideshare Drivers Say Gig Work ‘Not Like It Was Before’

    Increase salary with tips: What do New Bedford area restaurants think about question 5?

    Is there early voting today?

    No. Early voting ended Friday. If you didn’t vote by mail and didn’t vote early, Tuesday is your last chance.

    Can I still return a mail-in ballot before Election Day?

    Mail-in ballots must arrive at the city or town elections office before Election Day. If you still have a mail-in ballot, it is unlikely that the Postal Service will process it and deliver it in time to be counted on Tuesday; Drop it off in person at the election office.

    If I vote in person on Tuesday, where do I vote?

    Check your polling place by visiting the Secretary of State’s website: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/WhereDoIVoteMA/WhereDoIVote

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