Could the use of ranked-choice voting in the parties’ nomination process do a better job elevating candidates with more widespread support?
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In the last week, Honolulu, HI; Irvine, CA; and Longmont, CO put ranked choice voting on their November ballots.
The Honolulu Charter Commission has finalized which charter amendments Oʻahu voters will decide on this November, though it left out some notable proposals.
At the Albany Common Council, several people held signs in support of the city adopting a ranked-choice voting format.
If passed, Irvine would be one of two Orange County cities to have the system.
Supporters stayed past midnight to watch the Longmont City Council send an election reform proposal to November ballot.
The voting method is used in 49 jurisdictions across the U.S., including California and Minneapolis.
Proposals for semi-open primaries, ranked choice voting and expanded ballot access will not appear on the November ballot.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Kelly Morrison (MN-03) introduced the Voter Choice Act, which makes it easier for states and local governments to implement ranked choice voting.
The petition calls for a referendum on ranked choice voting in City of Albany elections. It now heads to the Albany Common Council.