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Mass. primary election guide: Voter deadlines, candidates, ballot rules

The Seattle Times and WCVB Boston (Hearst) describe the same event in different terms.

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What happened From voter registration to mail-in deadlines, here’s what Massachusetts voters need to know before the September primary.
The headline split The left frames it as "It’s primary Election Day in WA. Here’s what to know". The center frames it as "Mass. primary election guide: Voter deadlines, candidates, ballot rules".
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Left / center-leftIt’s primary Election Day in WA. Here’s what to know

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CenterMass. primary election guide: Voter deadlines, candidates, ballot rules

WCVB Boston (Hearst) · Center · News report

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The Seattle TimesAnalysis · Aug 4, 1:00 PM

It’s primary Election Day in WA. Here’s what to know

It's not too late to return your ballot or register to vote and vote in person this primary day. See what's on the ballot and how you can vote.

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WCVB Boston (Hearst)News report · Aug 4, 12:26 PM

Mass. primary election guide: Voter deadlines, candidates, ballot rules

From voter registration to mail-in deadlines, here’s what Massachusetts voters need to know before the September primary.

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