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In this combination photo, President Joe Biden speaks May 2, 2024, in Wilmington, N.C., left, and Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally, May 1, 2024, in Waukesha, Wis. President Joe Biden says he won’t participate in the campaign debates sponsored by a nonpartisan commission, instead challenging Republican Donald Trump to a pair of debates. Biden said Wednesday that Trump lost two debates to him in 2020 and since then, he hasn’t shown up for a debate. Biden proposes debating Trump twice. (Alex Brandon/AP Photo)

Trump vs. Biden: A UNF political science professor’s November forecast

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Jun 24, 2024

Donald Trump and Joe Biden will face off in their first 2024 debate on Thursday. University of North Florida political science professor Michael Binder said this November’s election will be neck-and-neck....

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President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden exchange points during their first presidential debate Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, at Case Western University and Cleveland Clinic, in Cleveland, Ohio. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, Pool)

What candidates voters might see in this year’s ‘exceptionally close’ election

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Jun 17, 2024

As Florida voters begin to line up at polling stations in November, here are the candidates they can expect to see on their ballots and what policies they represent. The Democratic National Convention,...

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A QR code sign is displayed at Florida Atlantic University on Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Boca Raton, Fla. for students to register to vote. Abortion and marijuana will be on Florida's November ballot, and these issues are critical issues for young voters. (AP Photo/Cody Jackson)

Florida 2024 ballot measures: Why college students should care

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor May 19, 2024

It's no secret that Americans are divided over Trump and Biden. But there's more to look out for on the November ballot, including the six proposed constitutional amendments Floridians will vote on. According...

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Voters line up outside Beaches Library on Monday morning to cast their vote early. (Photo courtesy of Hannah Lee/ WOKV)

Early voting begins today for most of Northeast Florida. Here’s what you need to know.

Zach Yearwood, Managing Editor Oct 19, 2020

Featured Image courtesy of Hannah Lee/WOKV. The 2020 election cycle is nearing its climax and Monday marks the beginning of the early voting period for several states, including Florida.  Voters...

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Today is the deadline to register to vote in Florida and a handful of other states — are you registered?

Erik Feliciano, Reporter Oct 5, 2020

Today, Oct. 5, marks the final day that you can register to participate in the 2020 Presidential Election in Florida and a handful of other states -- so if you have yet to register now is your last chance...

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Early voting for Florida’s primary begins this week: What you need to know

Zach Yearwood, News Editor Aug 3, 2020

Monday marked the beginning of early voting for Florida’s Aug. 18 primary in Duval and Nassau counties, among others throughout the state. This primary is not to be confused with the presidential...

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What you need to know before you vote

Hannah Lee Nov 6, 2018

Here are some Dos and Don'ts for voting today: DO: Be informed! There is a lot on the ballot this year. There are 12 amendments being voted on and several local elections being decided. Do your...

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Florida’s Ninth Amendment forces voters to choose between two obscure decisions

Jessica May Nov 4, 2018

Florida voters who support offshore drilling but aren’t fans of vaping will face a dilemma this November. It would make sense for many to vote on the issue of offshore oil and gas drilling and vaping...

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Florida Amendment 4: What it means for voting rights

Alex Toth, Features Editor Oct 23, 2018

Over 1.5 million Floridian citizens are unable to vote in the upcoming midterms, or any subsequent elections, due to previous felony convictions. This number is more than any other state in the nation....

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The 2018 midterm election: The Congressional candidates for Florida’s Fourth District

Jessica May Oct 23, 2018

The fourth district representatives in Florida represent most of Duval and parts of Nassau and St. Johns County. There are four candidates on the ballot for this area: incumbent John Rutherford, Ges...

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Gov. Rick Scott (left) Sen. Bill Nelson (right) Photo courtesy Creative Commons

The 2018 midterm election: Nelson versus Scott for Florida Senator

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Oct 19, 2018

Appearing to be equally invigorated, voting members of both the Democratic and Republican parties are in a tight race to see who will take hold of Congress come November 2018. Of course, as Florida is...

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The 2018 midterm election: The race to replace Governor Rick Scott

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Oct 19, 2018

As Governor Rick Scott meets his second of two four-year term limits, his position as Florida’s chief executive officer and commander-in-chief is left vacant. Rushing to replace Rick Scott and fill the...

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