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Watch: Interested in working the polls for this election? Here’s how to get involved!

LAist Staff

Published Oct 17, 2024 9:10 AM

Officials in Los Angeles and Orange counties are recruiting temporary workers to staff vote centers across SoCal. We’ve compiled a guide with everything you need to know about becoming a poll worker.

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Watch: Interested in working the polls for this election? Here’s how to get involved!