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Michigan primary election: See a sample ballot before you vote Aug. 2

By Amber Ainsworth
Published  August 1, 2022 1:03pm EDT
2022 Midterm Elections
FOX 2 Detroit

Primary races to watch for Tuesday

Dave Spencer breaks down the big races to track in the Aug. 2 Primary in the first vote since districts across the state were redrawn.

DETROIT (FOX 2) - Before you head to the polls Tuesday, see what will be on your ballot.

All Michigan voters will be deciding the governor candidates. 

Read more election coverage here.

Congressional Delegation and legislature candidates will also be decided. The candidates you can select for these races depend on where you live.

This is the first time voters will cast their ballots in the state's newly drawn districts.

There are also a number of local races centered on county commissioners, transportation mileages, and more.

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Related: What you're voting for in the Aug. 2 Primary

You can check what your ballot will look like by entering your name, date of birth, and zip code on a State of Michigan website. You will also be able to see your registration status, your polling location, and information about absentee ballot. 

View your sample ballot here. (Note: This website may take some time to load.)

If you aren't registered to vote yet, you can still register in person at your city or township clerk's office. You have until 8 p.m. on election day to do this. If you plan to vote in the primary, though, do not wait until 8 p.m. Tuesday to register, as that's when the polls close. 

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson explains what we can expect for the Aug. 2 Primary

The Primary is Aug. 2 and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson spoke to FOX 2 about what voters will see on Tuesday.

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