Republican Turnout Higher than Ever Democratic side is Average

As of Sunday May 20th 35277 Harris County residents had voted Texas Insider Report: HOUSTON Texas   Participation in the Republican primary is higher than ever while turnout on the Democratic side is about average when compared to early voting results in previous even-numbered primary elections years. Texas Secretary of State Hope Andrade visited the Harris County election office Tuesday lauding County Clerk Stan Stanarts use of technology to improve the Early Voting efficiency process.    See Turn-Out Numbers HERE.   During the Houston visit Andrade & Stanart also encouraged Harris County voters to take advantage of the last week of early voting. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Harris County voters choosing to participate will find:

1. Some 53 contests on the Republican side plus 5 propositions on their individual ballot
2. While Democratic voters will find 51 contests and 3 referendums

The County Clerk and the Texas Secretary of State teamed up at various events to further promote the benefits of voting early.

• As of Sunday May 20 in Harris County 35277 persons had voted early in-person 11580 in the Democratic Primary and 23697 in the Republican Primary.
• In addition 18970 voters had voted by mail 6055 on the Democratic side and 12915 on the Republican side.

Compared to early voting totals in previous even-numbered years primary elections participation in the Republican primary is higher than ever while turnout on the Democratic side is about average. Harris County registered voters may vote at any one of the 37 Harris County early voting sites until Friday May 25. According to Clerk Stanart Democracy needs your thoughtful input in selecting the best individual to represent your views."

This year the Primary Election Day is the day after a three day weekend" said Stanart the Chief Election Officer of the County. Family time and Elections are both important so Im encouraging everyone to vote early and enjoy their Memorial Day weekend with family and friends in honoring those who gave so much for our country."

Voters may vote in only one of the primaries. The last day qualified voters may submit a ballot by mail request is Tuesday May 22 (date received not postmarked). The Secretary of State serves as Chief Election Officer for Texas assisting county election officials and ensuring the uniform application and interpretation of election laws throughout Texas. (Source: www.sos.state.tx.us). To find an early voting location and view the early voting schedule please visit www.harrisvotes.com or contact the Harris County Clerks Office at 713-755-6965.