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The portion of votes cast in N.C. before Election Day in 2008. Lawmakers introduced a bill to shrink the early-voting period, which critics say would reduce voter turnout.

The portion of votes cast in N.C. before Election Day in 2008. Lawmakers introduced a bill to shrink the early-voting period, which critics say would reduce voter turnout. 

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.