Thousands of NC voters to see a change in their party affiliation
On Tuesday, June 24, roughly 34,000 voters previously affiliated with the Constitution, Justice for All, No Labels, or We the People parties will be shifted to 'unaffiliated' status in the state's official voter database, according to the NC State Board of Elections.
This change follows a decision by the State Board of Elections after these parties lost their official recognition under state law.
To stay recognized, political parties in North Carolina must meet certain performance benchmarks, like securing at least 2% of the vote in a statewide race for president or governor.
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In the 2024 general election, candidates from these four parties reportedly didn't meet that mark. The Green Party is the only exception. Despite falling short of the vote requirement, the party was reinstated after proving its presidential candidate appeared on the general election ballot in at least 70% of states, a separate qualification under state law, officials said.
As of now, only four political parties are officially recognized in North Carolina: Democratic, Republican, Libertarian, and Green. All other voters are considered unaffiliated.
For those unsure of their status, the State Board recommends checking online using the Voter Search Tool. Registration updates can also be made through the North Carolina DMV.
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