NLC-NYC Gotham Talks: Max Markham

Why Local Elections Matter

Max Markham, New Leaders Council New York City
2015 Fellow and Board Member

o Description: Voting is always important but voting in state and local elections is especially important, even in traditionally blue states like New York.

o Next Step: Find out who represents you by typing in your address at: mygovnyc.org.

o Did You Know: The 2017 NYC Democratic primary saw less than 15% turnout, and there were four different City Council races decided by fewer than 500 votes.

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