June 18, 2025
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Whether you're a first-time voter or a seasoned pro, this comprehensive A to Z guide has everything you need to know to cast your ballot in the Primary Election happening now. With important local offices on the ballot like Mayor, Comptroller, Public Advocate, City Council and Borough President, your vote can make a real impact in the city’s future. And we’re here to help you every step of the way.
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All your questions answered
A – Absentee Voting
The deadline has passed to request a mail ballot in this election. But it’s important to know that absentee voting isn’t the only way to vote by mail anymore. All New Yorkers can do it. Learn more at nycvotes.org/mail
B – Ballot
Your ballot includes candidates running in your party’s primary and other offices in your district. See more at nycvotes.org/whats-on-the-ballot
C – Candidates
Find out about candidates running in the primary, watch videos, and see their views on important issues at nycvotes.org/compare
D – Debates
Watch the Primary Election debates online anytime to hear directly from the candidates at nycvotes.org/debates
E – Early Voting
Early Voting is happening now!
Early voting runs through Sunday, June 22
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Find everything you need to know
F – Find Your Poll Site
Use the poll site locator to find where you vote on Election Day or during early voting. Go to nycvotes.org/pollsite
G – Get Out the Vote
Whether you’re sharing info with your community or volunteering, spreading the word helps everyone take part in our democracy. Find helpful resources at nycvotes.org/resources
H – Voting Hours
Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on June 24, Primary Election Day. See early voting hours in the schedule above.
I – ID Requirements
Most NYC voters do not need identification to vote. However, first-time voters who didn’t provide one when registering may be asked for ID.
J – Judicial Races
Judges may be on your ballot in this election. These are county-level offices, not municipal. Because of this, information about judicial candidates is not widely distributed and can be difficult to find. Voters can look up the candidates through their local Bar Association and other advocacy groups.
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Know what’s at stake in this election
K – Know Your Rights
Did you know you can bring voting resources with you when you vote? Learn about your rights at nycvotes.org/rights
L – Language Access
Interpretation and translated materials are available at many poll sites. Services vary by borough. Learn more at nycvotes.org/accessibility
M – Mayor
Mayor is not the only office on the ballot in the June Primary, but it’s the biggest one. Find out who’s running for Mayor in our online Voter Guide: nycvotes.org/voterguide
N – Nonpartisan
NYC Votes is here around the clock to help you vote confidently with nonpartisan info for everyone!
O – Outreach
From tabling at street fairs to voter registration drives, NYC Votes hosts events all over the city to help New Yorkers get ready to vote. Find events to join at nycvotes.org/events-calendar/
Time is ticking to make your voice heard this June
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Peruse all the info at your fingertips
P – Primary Election
NYC has closed primaries. You must be registered with a political party to vote in that party’s primary. Learn about the different types of elections at nycvotes.org/why-vote/types-of-elections/
Q – Questions
Got voting questions for us? Send us an email at nycvotes@nyccfb.info
R – Ranked Choice Voting
RCV is used in primary and special elections in NYC for citywide offices. Ranking can be fun, too! Especially when you rank your favorite animals in our practice ballot at nycvotes.org/rcv
S – Sample Ballots
Preview your ballot before voting to save time and avoid surprises. See a sample ballot at nycvotes.org/pollsite
Our RCV practice ballot is just like the real thing…but cuter
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The data you need to become an informed voter
T – Turnout
Curious about voter turnout in 2024’s elections? How will last year’s June Primary compare to this year’s? Read our Voter Analysis Report.
U – Unaffiliated Voters
This group of voters makes up 21.1% of registered voters in NYC, which means they’re left out of primaries like the one happening now. Read more about their effect on last year’s election in the Voter Analysis Report linked above.
V – Vote
We like voting. It’s in our name, after all. But more than that, it’s the best way to make sure your needs are seen, heard, and valued. Go vote (if you haven’t already).
W – Write-In Candidates
Write-ins were a big part of the narrative in the April 2024 Presidential Primary Election. Will they play a role in this June’s Primary? Learn more about their impact on turnout in our 2024 Report!
Get election insights from last year
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EXcited for you to stay connected with us about voting throughout the year!
X – Follow NYC Votes on X!
For up-to-date information on voter turnout in the Primary Election, read more on X: https://x.com/nycvotes
Y – Youth Voters
Have you heard about pre-registration? All the cool kids are doing it. If you’re under 18, get ready for future elections at nycvotes.org/pre-register
Z – Zero excuses
Get engaged with voting (and us). Follow us @nycvotes or sign up with emails and text alerts to stay informed! nycvotes.org/stayinformed
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