Today, September 19, is the first day of early voting and South Dakotans across the state will begin casting their ballots. Sioux Falls small businessman and Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, Rick Weiland, today called on all South Dakotans to make their voices heard and exercise their constitutional right to vote:
"South Dakotans have an opportunity beginning today to choose who will represent them and work for them as their elected leaders. Our state and country are grappling with very serious issues: whether or not to raise the minimum wage, how to support our rural economy, what Medicare and Social Security should look like 10 years from now. This election will determine whether these issues are resolved for hardworking everyday South Dakotans or for big money special interests. I encourage every South Dakotan, no matter their political affiliation, to make their voice heard."
"Vote early in person at your local county auditor's office or sign up to absentee vote or vote at your local polling location on Election Day. Choose what works best for you and get involved in the political process."