Voter turnout down in South Carolina primary
Alexandria Stephens with Richland County Elections and Voter Registration said only 16% of eligible voters showed up at the polls for the 2022 primary elections.
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Alexandria Stephens with Richland County Elections and Voter Registration said only 16% of eligible voters showed up at the polls for the 2022 primary elections.
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