Charlestown Election Central

Today is Super Tuesday, and your chance to help shape the fall presidential election. Here are some answers to common election day questions:

Where do I vote?

Massachusetts makes it easy to find your polling station. Simply add your address to this form to find out where to vote.

Who’s on the ballot?

For the presidential primary, the candidates are placed in the following order, according to the Secretary of State’s website:

Democratic Candidates

• Barack Obama

Republican Candidates

• Ron Paul
• Mitt Romney
• Rick Perry
• Rick Santorum
• Jon Huntsman
• Michele Bachmann
• Newt Gingrich

Green-Rainbow Candidates

• Kent Mesplay
• Jill Stein
• Harley Mikkelson

In addition, the Democratic and Republican ballots include candidates for state offices:

Democratic Ballot

State Committee Man

• Calvin T. Brown
• Brian J. Corr

State Committee Woman

• Lesley Rebecca Phillips

Republican Ballot

 State Committee Man

• Michael E. Cowett

State Committee Woman

• Barbara T. Bush

Ward Committee

• Barbara T. Bush
• Yvonne E. Boyle
• Jane F. Finlayson
• Jenna L. Rioux

What do the ballots look like?

Boston uses optical scan ballots. You must fill out the little oval next to the candidate of your choice. Do not mark it with an X, and try to remain inside the oval. Visit the City of Boston’s website for more information on how to fill out an optical scan ballot.

You can also watch this League of Women Voters video demonstrating the entire process.

When do the polls open? Close?

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m..

What if I have a problem voting or see something suspicious, like illegal campaigning too close to a polling station.

If you see any irregularities or have any difficulty voting, you can contact the city's Election Department at (617)635-4483 or by filling out this online form.