What is a party primary?

The Democratic and Republican parties can choose their candidates for the November general elections by either a primary or a party meeting, sometimes also called a canvas or caucus. If the party chooses a primary, it will be held on the third Tuesday in June. In Presidential Election years, party primaries for the office of President may be held on the second Tuesday in March.

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1. What information do I need to register?
2. Do I have to register with my political party preference?
3. Do I have to register for each election?
4. What should I do if I move or change my name after I register?
5. Can I transfer my registration from another state to Virginia?
6. Where will I vote?
7. Can I change my polling place? I have to vote several blocks away, but other people vote at a location closer to my house.
8. When do the polls open and close?
9. Do I have to show identification to vote?
10. Do I have to show identification to register to vote?
11. When are general elections?
12. What is a party primary?
13. Can anyone vote in primary elections?
14. What is a special election?
15. What do I do if I'm not able to go to the polls on Election Day?
16. When can I apply for an absentee ballot?
17. How do I get a ballot mailed to me?
18. When will I receive my ballot?
19. How do I mark and return the ballot?
20. How does Absentee and Early Voting Work?
21. What if I am hospitalized or called out of town before the election but after the absentee ballot deadline?
22. What if I am living overseas?