Mary Curtis: Early Voting Starts in NC

early voting sites open today in Mecklenburg County. 19 sites will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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CHARLOTTE, NC —Β Though the general election is not untilΒ Nov. 6, early voting sites open today in Mecklenburg County. 19 sites will be open fromΒ 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Β MondayΒ throughΒ Friday, and on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. andΒ Sunday, Oct. 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Β The final day for early voting will beΒ Sat., Nov. 3, with all 19 sites open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

What’s at stake? A lot, nationally and at the state level, with six controversial amendments to the state constitution causing additional electoral drama.

Is enthusiasm high? Voter registration numbers are up, with more people, especially younger voters, registered unaffiliated.

WCCB Political Contributor, Mary C. Curtis weighs in.