Merrill: Lack of competitive races may dampen voter turnout
Secretary of State John Merrill projects a turnout between 45 and 50 percent, which could break a record in voter numbers but not percentage.
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It is our recommendation that the Alabama Legislature reexamine the current Board of Registrar system.
Wes Allen wins Republican nomination for Secretary of State
In the Nov. 8 general election, Allen will face presumptive Democratic nominee Pamela Laffitte.
Allen speaks on election security, defends “Zuckerbucks” bill ahead of GOP runoff
"Alabamians saw the chaos and confusion that happened around the nation in 2020 and they don't want that to happen here," Allen said.
A Q&A with Democratic Secretary of State nominee Pamela Laffitte
APR posed questions to Democratic candidate Pamela Laffitte, who provided written responses.
New Alabama Secretary of State run-off poll shows Zeigler above Allen
The runoff election to decide the Republican candidate for Alabama secretary of state is scheduled for June 21.
Christian Horn endorses Wes Allen for secretary of state
The Republican primary runoff election will be held on June 21, 2022.
June 10, 2022
Merrill responds to lawsuit seeking to prohibit use of electronic voting machines
The lawsuit was filed by former Republican gubernatorial candidate Lindy Blanchard and State Rep. Tommy Have, R-Scottsboro.
Alabama Citizens for Life endorse Wes Allen for secretary of state
Alabama Citizens for Life is among the state's largest anti-abortion rights organizations.
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In Alabama, it is illegal for any individual to return or mail another individual’s absentee ballot application or their absentee ballot.