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The following table lists the enumerations for date status in the
Contest and
Election entities:
Value
Description
confirmed
Used when the election dates are confirmed.
canceled
Used when an election is canceled.
postponed
Used if an election is postponed and no new date is set. If an
election is postponed and no new date has been set, set the
ElectionDateStatus to postponed and leave the original StartDate and
EndDate in place. When a new date is set, update the dates and set the
ElectionDateStatus back to confirmed.
tentative
This usually reflects that the election or contest itself is at risk
of not happening, and not its date specifically. For example, a round 2
election (date is known but the contest may or may not happen depending
on round 1 results), or, a very low probability snap election.
changing
The election or contest is likely to happen, but the date is highly
likely to change. For example, a high probability snap election whose date
is being speculated, or other regional factors leading to an actual change
in an election's date. Use `changing` if an election has a high risk and
it is unclear if it will result in just a changed date or a canceled date.
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