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Voter registration drive held at Tougaloo College

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8 months ago

September 19, 2023

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2023-09-19 12:50:47

SUMMARY: Tougaloo College students and local organizations are helping students get registered to vote in order to emphasize the importance of voting and its impact on local communities. Voting is seen as a direct way to ensure that elected officials represent and act in accordance with the desires of the community. By using their voices and participating in elections, individuals can hold representatives accountable for their actions and ensure that their concerns are heard. It is not just important to vote in major elections, but also in smaller elections that have a direct impact on the community. The voter registration drive ends at 2 pm.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-11 23:10:36

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-11 23:00:28

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-11 18:43:24

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