Vote Smarter 2020: Difference In Voting By Mail And Voting Absentee

Vote Smarter 2020: Difference In Voting By Mail And Voting Absentee

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The video explains that there is no real difference between voting by mail and absentee voting, as both terms are used interchangeably across the U.S. Historically, absentee voting was for those unable to vote in person due to valid reasons. Today, it often refers to mail voting, where ballots are sent to voters' homes. Different states and politicians use various terms, but they essentially mean the same. Missouri is an exception, using absentee voting for those with valid excuses and mail voting for others, though the process remains the same.

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What is the exception regarding absentee voting in Missouri this year?

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What is the process for mail-in voting in Missouri for those without a valid excuse?

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