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Why mailing a ballot close to Election Day may get it rejected for a late postmark

If you're using the U.S. Postal Service to return a ballot close to Election Day, officials recommend getting it postmarked at a post office to avoid…

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NPR reports: If you're using the U.S. Postal Service to return a ballot close to Election Day, officials recommend getting it postmarked at a post office to avoid getting caught up in mail processing changes.

This politics story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Election Day and Postal Service.

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United States · Americas
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Election Day, Postal Service
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Politics

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