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The US holds a general election each year on Tuesday following the first Monday in November (the date could be as early as November 2, or as late as November 8). Many states allow early or absentee voting before this date.
The term "general election" distinguishes the event from "primary elections," which are held in late winter or spring to select which party candidates will advance to the general election; or a "special election," which is held when an unexpected vacancy opens for an elected public office.
"General election" doesn't necessarily mean "National Election" or "Presidential election," as many people believe. National elections for federal officials (Congress, President), occur every two years on even-numbered years. Presidential elections occur every four years, in years evenly divisible by four.
"Mid-Term Elections" are held after a President has been in office two years, and are significant because one-third of the Senate and the entire 435-member House of Representatives stand for election at once. The results of a mid-term election can change the balance of power in the House, and in Congress as a whole.
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What month do you have a general election for President of the US?
In the US, a Presidential election occurs during a general election on the second Tuesday in November.
What is election day called in the US?
Super TuesdayCorrection:It's simply called Election Day. Super Tuesday refers to the day in February or March when the largest group of states hold their primary elections. The general election doesn't have a nickname.
What date is the election for US Representatives in Virginia?
The US General Election, which includes election of all US Representatives, is always held on the first Tuesday in November. In 2012, that is 6 November.
What was the date of the 2006 US Presidential general election?
There was no US Presidential election in 2006. The date of the mid-term general election in 2006 was Tuesday, November 7. The date of the most recent Presidential election was Tuesday, November 4, 2008. The next Presidential election will be held Tuesday, November 6, 2012.
How often do we have a presidential election in the US?
every 4 years
What is the rule on special presidential election?
The US does not hold special presidential elections.
Did the US have to vote to make Alaska a state?
There was no general election on that matter, it was legislated by the US Congress.
Can the general election be held on a Monday?
Not in the United States, maybe elsewhere. In the US a general election is held each year on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November.
Who won the president election?
If you are referring to the 2012 general election Barack Obama won his second term as US President.
Who was the first us president not to hold any other office before election?
Washington
Roughly what percentage of citizens in the US voted in the 2012 general election?
Only around 46% And this was considered high for a general election. high at least, for these last couple general ellections. To get a more accurate figure, query election web pages or encyclopedias.
When is the next Missouri general election?
November 4! Super Tuesday!Another View:In the US, every state's general election occurs on the same day: Tuesday following the first Monday in November (the date could be as early as November 2, or as late as November 8).Super Tuesday refers to the primary election in February or March of a presidential election year when the greatest number of states hold their primaries.
