Massachusetts Primary Election: Everything you need to know

Voting Basics:

1. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
2. Find your polling place here: (insert link to polling place finder)
3. You'll need to bring an ID to vote.

Who is running in the primary?

• Governor: Maura Healey (D), Geoff Diehl (R), Chris Doughty (R), Danielle Allen (D)
• Lt. Governor: Kim Driscoll (D), Leah Cole Allen (D), Peter Tedeschi (R), Kate Campanale (R)
• Secretary of State: Bill Galvin (D), Rayla Campbell (D), Anthony Amore (R), Tami Gouveia (R), Tanisha Sullivan (D)
• Attorney General: Andrea Campbell (D), Shannon Liss-Riordan (D), Quentin Palfrey (D)
• Treasurer: Deb Goldberg (D), Bob Antonioni (R), Patricia Saint Aubin (D)
• Auditor: Chris Dempsey (D), Diana DiZoglio (D), Anthony Amore (R), Helen Brady (D), Michael Heffernan (R)

Key races to watch:

The race for governor is a closely watched race, with incumbent Maura Healey facing challenges from Geoff Diehl and Chris Doughty. The race for Lt. Governor is also competitive, with Kim Driscoll facing challenges from Leah Cole Allen and Peter Tedeschi.

What's at stake in the election?

The outcome of the primary election will set the stage for the general election in November. The winners of the primary will face off in the general election on November 8th.

Who can vote in the primary?

Registered voters in Massachusetts can vote in the primary election. You can register to vote online until 11:59 p.m. on August 27th.

What are the key issues in the election?

The key issues in the election include the economy, healthcare, education, and climate change.