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Early Voting Surges in Virginia and New York

10/27/2025

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Voters Surge Early

In Virginia, more than 850,000 early votes have been cast, surpassing 2021 levels.
In Monroe County, New York, early voting has topped 5,500 participants, running until November 2.
In Ohio, 2023 voter ID laws require voters to present valid photo identification, impacting turnout.
In Ohio, early in-person voting ends November 2, with mail-in ballots due by Election Day.

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Voters Submit Ballots

Colorado reports a surge in mail ballot returns ahead of Election Day on November 4, 2025, with more than 354,000 ballots submitted.
Turnout should be the highest since 2019.
Voters 65 and older dominate early returns; 18–34-year-olds account for 8.9%.
Voters should drop off ballots at secure locations or mail them today to ensure they reach local clerks by 7 p.m. on Election Day.

History

Historical Context

The Voting Rights Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson during the civil rights movement, aimed to eliminate racial discrimination in voting. By 1966, African American voter registration in the South surged from 29% in 1964 to over 50%. Ongoing legislative efforts, including recent trends in Virginia and Colorado, continue to address voter access and participation, reflecting the Act's enduring significance.

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Voters Surge Early

In Virginia, more than 850,000 early votes have been cast, surpassing 2021 levels.
In Monroe County, New York, early voting has topped 5,500 participants, running until November 2.
In Ohio, 2023 voter ID laws require voters to present valid photo identification, impacting turnout.
In Ohio, early in-person voting ends November 2, with mail-in ballots due by Election Day.

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