2. Nominations The 2008 Presidential Election But…how did we decide on these candidates?

3. Do you remember these people?

4. The Nominating Process explains how we narrow down these candidates. With a partner, in your notes, copy and fill out the table below. The information can be found on pages 179-182. self- announcement caucusconventiondirect primary petition definition advantages disadvantages

5. Republicans in the running for 2012

6. The Primary in Ohio Ohio has a closed primary (but, unaffiliated can vote) –c–closed vs. open primary takes place in May 17-year-olds can vote for candidates if 18 by the general election

7. Elections precinct- a voting district polling place- the place where the voters who live in a precinct actually vote (located somewhere in or near the precinct) – generally open from 7/8am-7/8pm – poll watchers from each party are present to observe the election

8. Ballots we have a secret ballot We use the Australian Ballot 1.printed at public expense 2.lists the names of all candidates in an election 3.given out only at the polls, one to each qualified voter 4.marked in secret

9. Office-Group and Party-Column Ballots