Election season is in full swing in Mississippi and Secretary of State Michael Watson is encouraging residents of the Magnolia State to register to vote in time to cast their ballots during the August 8 primaries.
Watson says his office is currently working to educate Mississippi voters to know important details such as how they can register to vote, where they are to cast a ballot on election day, and who their local government officials are.
“We’re making sure that people are educated, and I feel like once they get the education and they feel comfortable with it, they’re more likely to engage,” Watson said on MidDays with Gerard Gibert. “We’re calling it our ‘Elections 101’ campaign and you’ll be hearing us talk a lot about elections over the next few weeks.”
Those who want to exercise their constitutional right to vote in the fall primary elections must be registered by July 10 at 5 p.m. CT.
How can I register to vote?
There are multiple ways someone can register to vote in Mississippi. The easiest option is to print out this form, fill it out, and mail it to your circuit clerk. If you don’t have access to a printer, mail-in registration forms are available at the Secretary of State’s Office, in public libraries, driver’s license exam stations, circuit clerk’s office, municipal clerk’s office, and public schools.
For those who prefer the in-person route, you can visit either your circuit clerk or municipal clerk’s office and they will work to get you registered.
How can I update my voter registration?
Like registering, there are multiple ways to update voter registration in Mississippi with the easiest being online. Voter registration can also be updated at your circuit clerk or municipal clerk’s office.
To learn more about voter registration in Mississippi, visit the Secretary of State’s website.
Watch the full interview with Watson below.
