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The White House may not be in transition, but that doesn’t make this any less of an election year. Actually, this November, voters will be making decisions about Congress, and some states, including Colorado, will hod gubernatorial elections.

Now, Colorado’s primaries are only a few months away and it’s always good to head into the election season well-informed. That’s why we’re excited to give you this guide to the 2010 midterm elections!New York Times Election Predictions: http://elections.nytimes.com/2010/house

The Times gives its predictions on the future makeup of Congress and governors’ mansions across the country. It’s a really neat tool, but take it with a grain of salt.

Project Vote Smart: http://votesmart.org/

This non-profit organization works hard to provide information about elected officials and candidates for positions. Check it out for details about how your representatives have voted and what they really think about the issues.

Colorado Voter Registration Form: http://www.elections.colorado.gov/Default.aspx?PageMenuID=1465

This is the information for voter registration in Colorado.

Remember: This August and November, head to the polls, but make sure you go informed. And if you’re under 18 years old, get informed anyway. Just because you can’t vote doesn’t mean you can’t have informed political opinions!