Town halls, schools, gymnasiums ... If many Americans voted in official buildings, some had to venture into more unusual places to deposit their ballot (or, more often, enter their choice on an approved machine).
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Each state has its own rules for designating polling stations, giving local officials more or less extensive options.
In thirteen of the fifty states, according to the National Conference of States and Legislatures, no restrictions are imposed.
In Montana, it is even specified that any building can be used as a polling station.
In Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, voters are in the spotlight.
For the first time in its history, the Orpheum Theater opened its doors to participate in the election.
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In this Chicago laundromat, voters follow one another behind the voting machines.
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Four states (Indiana, Delaware, Maryland and Michigan) explicitly suggest using fire stations to set up polling stations.
Advice taken up by many other states (here in Miami, Florida).
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The Grand Central Market in Los Angeles, California - which, according to its name, is a large indoor market - was converted into a polling station during the election.
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In Chicago, the Sam's Auto Sales dealership also opened its doors to voters.
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The idea is unthinkable in France, but there is no rule in the United States that prevents elections from being held in churches.
Some states even explicitly suggest this option.
Here at Bloomfield United Methodist Church in Des Moines, Iowa.
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The majestic backdrop of the Kings Theater in Brooklyn, New York, is perfect for ensuring the “I Voted” selfies of lucky voters a big hit on Instagram.
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