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Elections

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Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids--Duties and Responsibilities of Citizens
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/9-12/citizenship/responsi
Source: United States Government Printing Office

Description of voting rights and responsibilities; why one should vote; what voters vote on in elections
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Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids--Voter Registration
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/9-12/election/registratio
Source: United States Government Printing Office

A basic explanation of who is eligible to vote, why we as citizens should vote, and how to register to vote
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Government 101--Elections
http://www.vote-smart.org/resource_govt101_06.php
Source: Project Vote Smart

Basic description of the different kinds of elections, with a focus mostly on the national level. Also includes a comprehensive elections vocabulary list
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Kids Voting USA
http://www.kidsvotingusa.org/
Source: Kids Voting USA

A website for both students and teachers, with information on voting and curriculum samples
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Procedures for Filing for Elective Office in Washington State
http://www.secstate.wa.gov/elections/pdf/Filing_fo
Source: Washington State Secretary of State

By Sam Reed, current Secretary of State of Washington. Explains how to run for elective office in Washington state, including comprehensive definition of terms related to elections, applicable Washington laws (RCWs), where to file and how to file, how to withdraw, qualifications and disqualifications, and contact information for the Elections Division of the Office of Secretary of the State.
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