Today, Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas gave an update on the absentee ballot process for Bridgeport's new mayoral primary on January 23, 2024. She shared that 3,620 absentee ballot applications were signed at the Bridgeport Town Clerk office by 10:30 a.m., with 4,690 applications requested by 3:30 p.m. Because the election campaign window is shorter, Secretary Thomas emphasized the importance of understanding the requirements for the absentee ballot process. Election monitors are working with the Bridgeport Town Clerk’s office to educate those who sign out applications. Due to a high number of requests, the Secretary of the State's Office reached out to the campaigns of both Democratic primary candidates to provide reminders on the process. Secretary Thomas issued instructions…
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