➡️ @tanglenews.bsky.social went to Alaska to learn what’s changed since the state adopted ranked choice voting & open primaries. After years of gridlock, state lawmakers now consistently work together to get things done. Why? The reforms push lawmakers to reach all voters, not just a narrow base.

Alaska’s open primaries & ranked choice voting "have brought legislators together to tackle the most difficult challenges. We've demonstrated disagreement does not have to lead to paralysis." – AK state Sen. Cathy Giessel, and state Reps. Bryce Edgmon, Ky Holland, & Zack Fields

Three candidates in Wisconsin’s Dem primary for governor dropped out after early voting began. Voters who already voted for these candidates will have no say in the race. Ranked choice voting would solve the "zombie" vote problem ⬇️

Ranked choice voting would prevent wasted votes in Wisconsin governor primary - FairVote

Tens of thousands of Wisconsin voters are at risk of having no say in the Democratic primary for governor on August 11.

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On July 14, the Longmont, CO City Council voted 6-1 to put a ranked choice voting measure on the 2026 ballot. If passed, RCV will be used in city elections starting in 2029. Learn how RCV would give voters in Longmont, CO more choice and more voice ⬇️

Longmont, CO set to vote on ranked choice voting in November - FairVote

If the measure passes, Longmont, CO will use ranked choice voting to elect its mayor and City Council as early as 2029.

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Since July 14, city officials in Honolulu, HI; Irvine, CA; and Longmont, CO all voted to put ranked choice voting on the ballot this November. Together, these cities are home to 1.4 million people. Read for more reform news from across the country ⬇️

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Since July 14, city officials in Honolulu; Irvine, CA; and Longmont, CO all voted to put ranked choice voting on the ballot this November.

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3 candidates in Wisconsin’s Dem primary for Gov. – Sara Rodriguez, Mandela Barnes, & Missy Hughes – dropped out after early voting began. Voters who already voted for these candidates will have no say in the race. With ranked choice voting, those votes wouldn't be wasted.

New Mexico Democrats just used a form of ranked choice voting to choose their nominee for Lieutenant Governor! #RankedChoiceVoting helps parties nominate a majority-supported winner without the need for runoffs or lengthy convention votes.

Stephanie Garcia Richard Wins DPNM Lieutenant Governor SCC Election

The Democratic Party of New Mexico announce Stephanie Garcia Richard won the State Central Committee election to fill the Democratic Party’s Lieutenant Governor candidate vacancy.

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The Honolulu Charter Review Commission voted 10-3 to put a ranked choice voting measure on the November ballot. If passed, RCV would be used in Honolulu elections starting in 2032. Learn how RCV would improve elections in Hawaii's largest city ⬇️

Honolulu will vote on ranked choice voting in November - FairVote

On July 20, the Honolulu Charter Review Commission voted 10-3 to refer a ranked choice voting measure to the November ballot.

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Join @unite-ny.bsky.social TONIGHT @ 6pm ET for a virtual panel discussion on the voting rights case that brought proportional #RankedChoiceVoting to Newburgh, NY. The panel features David Imamura & Amy B. Marion, lead attorneys in the case. Register now ⬇️

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With proportional representation, "you could have a vote where [a state’s] representation in Congress more accurately represents the actual sentiment of the voters." – Prof. James C. Cobb on how #ProportionalRepresentation would ensure fair representation

UGA historian says proportional representation could reshape redistricting, Black political influence in Georgia

Renowned historian James C. Cobb told CBS News Atlanta why he joined 500+ scholars urging Congress to rethink winner-take-all elections after SCOTUS's Callais ruling.

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ALBANY: Join us Wednesday for a discussion on Ranked Choice Voting, how it was implemented in Newburgh, and what that means for advancing RCV In the capital region! Tell a friend, and RSVP here: www.uniteny.org/events/the-n...

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Join Unite NY for an exclusive panel discussion on Wednesday, July 29, at 6:00 PM at The Argus Hotel, as we deconstruct one of the most significant voting rights victories in New York's recent history...

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Join @unite-ny.bsky.social on Wednesday, July 29 @ 6pm ET for a virtual panel discussion on the voting rights case that brought proportional #RankedChoiceVoting to Newburgh, NY. The panel features David Imamura & Amy B. Marion, lead attorneys in the case. Register⬇️ bit.ly/3RfbhAn

The #VoterChoiceAct would offer federal matching grants to cities & states that adopt ranked choice voting. With RCV, voters get more choice & more voice in our elections. Ask Congress to support the Voter Choice Act ⬇️

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Let’s bring ranked choice voting to more cities and states

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Why don’t more independents run for office? In a word: "spoilers." Our choose-one elections discourage independent & third-party candidates from running, & discourage voters from supporting them. Ranked choice voting would solve the spoiler problem, and give voters more choice.

In Washington, DC’s first #RankedChoiceVoting election, voters across all eight wards were likely to rank 2 or more candidates on their ballots. In the mayoral primary, voters in Wards 7 and 8 were most likely to use all five rankings.

In the last week, Honolulu, HI; Irvine, CA; and Longmont, CO put ranked choice voting on their November ballots. Voters in those cities will decide whether to join the 50 cities, counties, & states already using RCV. FairVote CEO Meredith Sumpter shares what this momentum means for our democracy.

Over 500 scholars — including the country’s leading democracy, voting rights, and redistricting experts — just sent a letter to Congress calling for a new electoral system that effectively ends gerrymandering for good: proportional representation. Read it here: https://protdem.org/pr-is-the-fix

On July 20, the Honolulu Charter Review Commission voted 10-3 to put a ranked choice voting measure on the November 2026 ballot. If passed, RCV would be used to elect the mayor, City Council, and prosecuting attorney for Honolulu starting in 2032.

FairVote celebrates statements from the National Association of Counties, @usmayors.org, and @natlgovsassoc.bsky.social affirming local leadership of election administration. Our city, county, and state leaders are united on this issue. Read more ⬇️

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The Constitution gives states the primary role in administering elections. Bipartisan city, county, and state leaders affirm this role.

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On July 14, the Longmont, CO City Council voted 6-1 to put a ranked choice voting measure on the November 2026 ballot. If it passes, RCV will be used in city elections starting in 2029. Longmont has over 100,000 residents, and is one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.

"I think ranked choice is a good thing. Our system was designed by the founders, and it worked really well for 200 years… for the last 50, it has not." – Charlie Cook, founder of @cookpolitical.com Read more in @iowacapitaldispatch.com ⬇️

‘Iowa is acting different’: Political expert discusses Democrats’ chances in Iowa • Iowa Capital Dispatch

Political expert Charlie Cook said Iowa's U.S. Senate race may not be as competitive as Democrats might think.

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In Washington, DC's first use of #RankedChoiceVoting: ➡️ Most voters ranked 2 or more candidates ➡️ Voters across all eight wards ranked at high rates ➡️ 71% of voters ranked the Dem mayoral primary winner in their top three choices Learn more ⬇️ https://bit.ly/45dbZRL

Analyzing Washington, DC’s primary results: most voters ranked 2+ candidates, and what RCV tells us about the electorate - FairVote

The Washington, DC Board of Elections has released the cast vote record from its first ranked choice voting primary elections on June 16.

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Tired of the gerrymandering wars? #ProportionalRepresentation could bring real competition and choice to every congressional district. Learn more 👇

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Proportional representation ensures elections are fair for all voters, and nearly all voters will help elect a candidate they support.

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The #VoterChoiceAct would offer federal matching grants to cities & states that adopt ranked choice voting. With RCV, voters get more choice & more voice in our elections. Learn more about the Voter Choice Act ⬇️

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The Voter Choice Act would strengthen democracy by providing funds and technical support to help communities adopt ranked choice voting.

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Longmont, CO could be the next city to adopt ranked choice voting. Local advocate Dillon Rankin on why Longmont needs RCV: "Our gold standard election system deserves a gold standard voting method to go with it." Read more from the Boulder Daily Camera ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4bLVLmg

Longmont voters to decide on ranked choice voting this November

Supporters stayed past midnight to watch the Longmont City Council send an election reform proposal to November ballot.

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Proportional ranked choice voting delivers both majority rule & minority voice. Our report looks at elections in Portland, OR & Cambridge, MA, and shows how PRCV helped voters from different neighborhoods win fair representation. Learn more ⬇️

Proportional ranked choice voting and neighborhood representation - FairVote

This report examines how proportional ranked choice voting helps voters from different neighborhoods win fair representation in local elections.

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Irvine, CA will vote on a #RankedChoiceVoting ballot measure this November. If it's approved, Irvine will use ranked choice voting to elect its mayor and city council members as early as 2028. @calrcv.bsky.social https://bit.ly/3Rjf5jN

Irvine, CA will vote on ranked choice voting in November - FairVote

If the measure passes, Irvine will use ranked choice voting to elect its mayor and city council members as early as 2028.

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Curious how #RankedChoiceVoting could benefit your state or community? Check out this page for info on how ranked choice voting could improve elections where you live – or already has!

Why our states need ranked choice voting - FairVote

Find analyses of how ranked choice voting would improve elections in all 50 states, or already has.

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Want to learn more about the candidates seeking to replace Graham Platner? Ranked choice voting data from June's primaries gives us detailed info – including how candidates would fare in head-to-head matchups, & how they appeal to different voters. ⬇️

Graham Platner’s replacement and ranked choice voting - FairVote

The Maine Democratic Party has until July 27 to choose a replacement for U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner.

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Ranked choice voting gives voters more choice, eliminates costly runoffs, & makes campaigns less toxic. The #VoterChoiceAct will help more states & cities adopt #RankedChoiceVoting! Learn more about the Voter Choice Act ⬇️

FairVote celebrates reintroduction of Voter Choice Act - FairVote

The Voter Choice Act would cover up to 50% of the cost for state and local governments that choose to adopt ranked choice voting.

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