election district
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of election district
An Americanism dating back to 1790–1800
Example Sentences
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A similar amendment was proposed this year in Louisiana, where civil rights groups have successfully pushed for a second majority-Black high court election district.
From Slate • Jun. 17, 2024
For local races, three voters in an election district can request — and pay for — a recount.
From Seattle Times • May 12, 2023
But since then, it has barely touched an election district.
From Scientific American • Nov. 10, 2022
Each political party with a nominated candidate on the ballot in Pennsylvania may appoint three poll watchers for each election district.
From Washington Times • Oct. 21, 2022
Q. Do you know whether or not they acted as a Board of Registry for the registration of voters in the first election district, 8th ward, City of Rochester, preceding the last general election?
From An Account of the Proceedings on the Trial of Susan B. Anthony, on the Charge of Illegal Voting by Anonymous
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