Early In-Person Voting Begins Today In Florida

The transcript discusses early voting expectations in Florida, highlighting high numbers of early in-person and mail-in voting. Miami-Dade County has 33 voting locations, with some reporting wait times of 20 to 45 minutes. Historically, Florida has seen high early voting rates, with 68% of voters in 2016 voting early or by mail. This year, 2.5 million mail-in ballots have been returned, with half from registered Democrats. The optional early voting week starts today, while mandatory early voting begins on October 24th across the state.

What is the expected trend for early in-person voting and mail-in voting in Florida?

• Low numbers of early in-person voting

• Decrease in mail-in voting

• High numbers of early in-person voting and mail-in voting

• No change in voting trends

How many locations in Miami Dade County have reported lines for early voting?

• 15 locations

• 33 locations

• 20 locations

• 10 locations

What percentage of voters in the 2016 general election in Florida voted early or by mail?

• 75%

• 68%

• 50%

• 60%

What is the significance of the mail-in ballots returned this year?

• They are mostly from independent voters

• They are evenly split between parties

• They are mostly from registered Democrats

• They are mostly from registered Republicans

When does the mandatory early voting period start in Florida?

• October 15th

• October 24th

• October 20th

• October 30th