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Elections Explained: Top Two Primary

Washington’s Top Two Primary: how does it really work? How impactful is your vote in the Primary Election? Learn how much your vote really counts in this primary election where 654 offices are up for election, including Statewide officials like Governor and Attorney General. 

Registered voters will be narrowing the choices in all 98 State House races and in the 9 Statewide Elected races. Only the TOP TWO vote getters in each race (regardless of party) will appear on the General Election ballot in November. 


Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens. 

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