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"special election" is an uncommon type of election held outside of the usual election schedule. It is called to fill a vacant position or to make an important decision that cannot wait until the next regular election.
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- His party often sits out in special elections for assembly and state senate. (nystateofpolitics.com)
- In special elections for statewide offices, the selection of the party's replacement candidate falls upon the local county committee members, who are usually citizens loyal to the Democratic establishment. (observer.com)
- Some top state lawmakers seem to be changing their minds over whether to call special elections for a growing number of vacancies in the legislature. (wrvo.org)
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