Proxy Vote

A proxy is someone authorized to vote on behalf of members. A proxy vote happens when members allow a proxy to vote on their behalf. Many organizations, like mutual insurance companies, allow members to opt in to proxy voting if they can’t make the election or trust a proxy to choose on their behalf. While not ideal, proxy votes allow associations to move forward with elections even with low voter turnout, allowing the organization to continue governing itself even when members are absent from elections.

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