CHARLOTTE, N.C. — This year, the number of folks turning out to vote early could break records.
Let's connect the dots.
Nationwide, more than 3.5 million people have already cast their ballots.
And that's ahead of early voting numbers compared to this time during the last midterm election cycle in 2018.
Experts say they expect turnout to be similar to the last midterm elections in 2018. But this time, more people are expected to vote early.
Down in Georgia, first-day early voting numbers already breaking records. So why are people deciding to vote now?
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It's simply more convenient. Early voting happens over the course of several weeks. It also offers voting over the weekend for folks who can't take off from work.
Plus, you're allowed to vote at any open site in your county – not just the one closest to your home.
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