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We get it.

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Local elections

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can feel

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like a mountain of homework,

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but the decisions made
right here in Seattle

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affect your everyday life,
so don't worry,

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the Seattle Channel is here
to make it easy.

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Our Video Voters’
Guide can help

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you make an informed
decision.

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Here's what's on it.

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This General Election,

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the guide features
eight races,

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including county assessor
and prosecuting attorney.

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If you don't know what that
is, this guide will explain.

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There's also 
councilmember races

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for both the County
and the City of Seattle,

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two municipal court
judge positions, and a Seattle

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ballot measure.

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Each candidates

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video is no more 
than two minutes

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long, completely unedited
and straight

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from the people
looking to represent you.

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Here are the dates and
deadlines you need to know.

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Once you've made
your choices, sign

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your ballot envelope.

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You can drop it off at
an official Dropbox by 8 p.m.

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on Election Day
or mail it back.

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Just make sure it's
postmarked by Election Day.

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USPS recommends mailing it
at least one week early to

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be safe.

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Make your voice count.

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Visit our website,
SeattleChannel.org/Elections

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to watch our guide,

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learn about the candidates and then fill out your ballot.