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Despite a higher vote total than any race dating back to 1988, Galveston County saw its overall voter turnout rate drop slightly compared to the 2020 presidential election. (James T. Norman/Community Impact)

Galveston County sees lower turnout in 2024 compared to 2020

By James T. Norman

Despite a higher vote total than any race dating back to 1988, Galveston County saw its overall voter turnout rate drop slightly compared to the 2020 presidential election.

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