Party activists and political analysts expect a low turnout, so turning out supporters is key to victory. The biggest challenge is making sure voters know there's a primary in a little more than two weeks.
"People are aware of it, but it's not something that's prevalent in everyday conversation," said Ken Adams, chief of the Upper Mattaponi. "But it should be, because it affects everybody's lives. People pay more attention to the general election."
He has a very valid point there. Even my husband had totally spaced out the June 14th primary. It is so NOT on anyone's mind around here, or so it seems to me.
Attorney general race gets testy
McDonnell questions Baril principles; Baril wants financial data
by Tammie Smith
Stephen E. Baril, a Richmond lawyer, and Robert F. McDonnell, a member of the Virginia House of Delegates since 1992, have traded barbs in the past week.
Voters will have to choose a ballot
Both parties are holding primaries June 14, but don't worry, official says
by Tyler Whitley
Lawrence C. Haake III, the Chesterfield County registrar, said he told a group of prospective voters recently that when they vote in the June 14 primary, they will have to choose a Democratic ballot or a Republican ballot.