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Granville County elections board fails to adopt unanimous early voting plan after heated meeting
The Granville County Board of Elections failed to adopt a unanimous early voting plan after a contentious meeting, with a 2-2 vote. Republicans supported closing a popular early voting site and moving another, while Democrats argued for keeping existing locations open, citing concerns about reduced access for Black voters and those without transportation. Public protests and heated exchanges marked the meeting.
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