China News Service, March 10th. According to the US "Overseas Chinese News" report, 16 Chinese community organizations in Brooklyn, New York, USA jointly held a symposium on "Actively Register for the Primary Election and Show the Power of Chinese Voters" on the Eighth Avenue on the 8th, calling on the Chinese community The group plays a platform and leading role to encourage overseas Chinese to actively understand and participate in this year's key elections, and use their ballots to vote for elected officials who represent their voices.

　　After redistricting, New York State will usher in the crucial House and Senate elections this year, with the primary date set for June 28.

There are a number of important election-related dates that require the attention of the community, including: Voter registration deadline is June 3; address update deadline is June 8; absentee voting application deadline (online) is June 13 ; Early voting dates from June 18 to June 26.

　　At present, many Chinese associations in Brooklyn are providing voter registration assistance services in their clubs, which is convenient for overseas Chinese who are not good at English.

All groups call on Chinese villagers to actively seize the time before the primary election, do a good job in voter registration and voting mobilization, and strive for a breakthrough in this year's election.

　　Jiang Xu of the New York Laundry Chamber of Commerce pointed out that many Chinese immigrants came here without the experience and habit of voting, and may have voted several times but failed to persevere.

"Business and voting have something in common: if you stick to it, your business will be successful; if you don't stick to it, you will be eliminated. Voting is the same, you must stick with it, your vote will always have its effect. that day."

　　He hopes that every election, various groups will come out to make a strong appeal, create an atmosphere for voting, and provide practical help.

For example, a list of associations that provide voter consultation services can be listed, so that everyone can choose a group they trust to contact, and strive to increase the voter turnout rate of the Chinese.

　　Zhang Yujuan (YK), founder of the Brooklyn South Residents' Mutual Aid Association, said the Chinese are not enthusiastic enough to vote.

After many new immigrants become citizens, they think that they will go to the jury after voting.

"As citizens, we have the obligation of citizens to do what we need to do. If we don't speak out after hard work, it will be in vain." She hopes to explain the importance of voting to Chinese immigrants through different platforms sex, and encourage everyone to use their power.

　　Mei Zengxin, president of the Duanfen Association of Brooklyn, emphasized that both the old overseas Chinese and the next generation born in the United States should tell them the importance of voting and do a good job in voter education.

He appealed to parents to lead by example, and to bring their children with them when they voted, so as to cultivate the next generation of Chinese to attach importance to voting and participating in politics.

(Gao Shiyun)