NYC Political Party Registration Deadline
This year, NYC will pick a new mayor, city council reps, and more. These elections will be a major turning point for NYC, including Chinatown. First step - primary elections will be held on June 22, 2021, where voters from each party will select that party’s nominees to run in the November general election. This includes Chinatown’s city councilmember: Margaret Chin cannot run for another term.
New York has a closed primary system, meaning your voter registration must be with a political party to vote in that party’s primary election. For example, you must be registered as a Democrat to vote in the Democratic primary. If you are registered as “No Party” you cannot vote in primary elections. For existing registered voters, any political party changes must be received by (not postmarked to) your Board of Elections by February 14, 2021. Check your voter registration at nycvotersearch.com.
To register to vote or change your political party, visit vote.nyc/page/register-vote (mail-in, in-person, online options).
For registered voters who want to change parties, fill out the form, including selecting your new party, and make sure it’s received by February 14.
If you are registered with your political party already, no action needed, you’re all set for the June primary
If you aren’t already registered to vote in NY State, you have until May 28 to register for the primary
Who’s in City Hall matters and has the potential to shape Chinatown - from determining small business relief programs, to the proposed $2 billion mega-jail in Chinatown next to Chung Pak senior housing. Make sure your voter registration is ready by February 14 to vote in the primaries this June! Keep an eye out for future election info!
