Missouri's Voting Chief Says Vote Anyway Tuesday

Missouri's Secretary of State Robin Carnahan is encouraging voters across the state of Missouri to participate in the February 7 Presidential Primary.

Local election officials estimated that nearly 23 percent of Missouri registered voters will take part as Missourians choose who they think is the best presidential nominee, the Secretary's office said in a press release.

"Missourians have a chance to make their voices heard, and I hope they show the political party insiders that they want to have a say in this process by going to the polls," Carnahan said.

“Anytime voters cast their ballots it has an impact,” Carnahan said.

Acccording to Carnahan, at least one of the major political parties has indicated they will use caucus results instead of the Presidential Primary results to choose a candidate.

All polling places in the state will open February 7th at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Any individuals in line by 7 p.m. will be allowed to cast a vote.

Unofficial results for Missouri's Presidential Primary and statewide election-night maps will be updated on the Secretary of State's website as they come in throughout the evening.

Identification at the polls is required to vote in Missouri: 

• A voter identification card
• Driver’s or non-driver's license
• Missouri college, university or vocational and technical school ID 
• Recent paycheck, bank statement or utility bill with your name and address on it.