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In New York State candidates gain ballot access by passing petitions.
It is that time of year!
So just a friendly reminder that local political party members, candidates and their supporters are going door-to-door seeking signatures to get their choices on the ballot.
Registered voters can sign a petition within their party, it is not a commitment to vote for that candidate, it's just creating options for voting.