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+title: The data processes that power utah's elections
+author: Miriam Seely
+description: >-
+  As you prepare for election day this year, learn more about how geospatial
+  data impacts where, when, and how you vote in Utah.
+date: '2024-10-12T17:55:56.435Z'
+category: UGRC
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