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‘Make democracy happen’ – Veterans step in amid poll worker shortage

By pwenzel

On this Election Day eve, many jurisdictions are facing a problem — there are not enough poll workers. WTOP’s Kate Ryan spoke to veterans who are part of an organization stepping up to serve at polling places across our region that are understaffed. Then Luke shares a story of a freak accident that doctors say isn’t uncommon.

Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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