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What do elected officials, business leaders, and artists across the political spectrum have in common? They know it’s time to improve our elections with ranked choice voting. #RankedChoiceVoting

Alaska has long accepted ballots for 15 days after election day – well before adopting ranked choice voting. Alaska has a long history of close races taking all 15 days to call. Each day this week, we’ll share a non-RCV race that took the entire vote-counting period to call ⬇️

Election Day is next week, and many voters are worried about playing “spoiler” or choosing the lesser of two evils. But not in Alaska, Maine, or the 14 cities and counties that will use ranked choice voting. Here’s how RCV is improving the 2026 midterms ⬇️

On Friday, the DOJ sued to pre-emptively block the results of Alaska’s Senate election. Election law expert & NYU Prof. @rickpildes.bsky.social said "it is one of the weakest election lawsuits I’ve ever seen." Learn more ⬇️

Next week, Irvine, CA will vote on Measure D, which would bring ranked choice voting to local elections. Measure D is supported by community groups, unions, & elected officials – from city councilors to a member of Congress. See who supports Measure D, and learn more from Voter Choice Irvine! ⬇️

On Election Day, Longmont, CO will vote on Questions 3C & 3D, which together would bring proportional ranked choice voting to city elections. Questions 3C & 3D are both supported by a range of state & local leaders. See who supports Questions 3C & 3D ⬇️

In November, voters in Portland & Multnomah County, OR will use ranked choice voting in their local elections. It will be a first for Multnomah County. Check out this great comic from @multco.bsky.social and the Portland City Auditor, showing voters how to fill out their RCV ballots ⬇️

On November 3, Honolulu will vote on Question 5, which would bring ranked choice voting to local elections. Question 5 is supported by local leaders & organizations across O’ahu, including the Honolulu @StarAdvertiser. See who supports Question 5 ⬇️

In the 2026 elections, Alaska, Maine, 12 cities, and two counties will use ranked choice voting. In Alaska and Maine, #RankedChoiceVoting will be used in major U.S. House and Senate elections. Learn how to fill out a ranked choice voting ballot in just 30 seconds.

Why will control of the 435-member U.S. House depend on just a handful of 2026 midterm races? Because 81% of this year's House elections are so "safe," they’ve already been decided. Ranked choice voting & proportional representation can change that ⬇️

In Alaska, "candidates need majority support to win – not just a narrow base. That empowers voters, not one party or another. With RCV & open primaries, Alaskans elected a cross-partisan legislature that actually gets things done." – FairVote CEO Meredith Sumpter in @newsweek.com

In less than 2 weeks, Washington, DC will use ranked choice voting in a general election for the first time. This comes after DC voters approved an RCV ballot measure in 2024 w/ 73% support. Here’s what you need to know ⬇️ @rankthedistrict.bsky.social

On November 3, Maine will use ranked choice voting in its U.S. Senate & House elections. Voters will be able to rank their choices among Democratic, Republican, & write-in candidates. Here’s what to watch for, and when we should expect results in Maine ⬇️

Every cycle, Democrats and Republicans boost 3rd-party candidates to siphon votes from their opponents. It’s a bipartisan game – that voters don’t have to play w/ ranked choice voting. Learn how RCV gives voters more choice without “spoilers” ⬇️ bit.ly/4Bh7IeR

New surveys from the University of Maryland’s @publicconsultation.org asked Americans from “battleground” states and districts about ranked choice voting. 66% support using RCV in congressional elections – including 70% of Democrats & 64% of Republicans. Learn more ⬇️

Last week, FairVote published a new report on the 2026 primaries. It finds 128 candidates who won congressional & statewide primaries w/ less than 50% of votes. That’s the most since we began tracking. Learn about this report and more in our latest News Update ⬇️

In November, Alaska will again use ranked choice voting for all federal and state elections – including tight U.S. Senate & House races. Get the facts about Alaska’s ranked choice voting elections, all in one place ⬇️ https://fairvote.org/press/fact-sheet-alaskas-2026-ranked-choice-voting-elections/

➡️ @vop.org & @publicconsultation.org asked Americans in dozens of competitive states & districts about ranked choice voting. ✅66% support RCV in congressional races, including 70% of Dems, 64% of GOP ✅RCV had majority support in all areas surveyed ✅Alaska was the state w/ strongest RCV support

People vs. Politics screening this weekend in Greenbelt! The film shows how anyone can make a big impact on election reform. Check it out at the Utopia Film Festival on October 17 & 18. Tickets and info: www.utopiafilmfestival.org @people-vs-politics.bsky.social @growdemocracydc.bsky.social

Maryland: People vs. Politics is coming to Utopia Film Festival! Two chances to catch the film at the New Deal Cafe: 🎬 Saturday, October 17 2 PM 🎬 Sunday, October 18 6 PM Tickets + details: https://www.utopiafilmfestival.org/schedule.html Lisa D. T. Rice #MaskUp Rank the District Grow Democracy DC

Alaska’s open primaries & ranked choice voting "have brought legislators together to tackle hard challenges. We've proven disagreement doesn't have to lead to paralysis." – AK state Sen. Cathy Giessel, & state Reps. Bryce Edgmon, Ky Holland, & Zack Fields

Honolulu Star-Advertiser Editorial Board endorses ballot measure to bring RCV to Honolulu's elections ⬇️ "Ranked choice voting encourages more candidate & voter participation: Voters can choose less-well-known candidates matching their views w/o fearing a 'throwaway' vote."

We're told "majority rules" in our democracy. But the reality is often "fewest votes wins." In 2026, 125 candidates won primaries w/ less than 50% of the vote. The solutions? Ranked choice voting & proportional representation. Learn more in our latest report 🔽 fairvote.org/report/fewes...

After the 2026 midterms, FairVote projects 62 million Americans will be represented by someone who was effectively chosen by less than 50% of primary voters. Ranked choice voting & proportional representation can end "fewest votes wins." Learn more ⬇️

Alaska started using ranked choice voting in 2022. How's it going? ✅84% of Alaskans say RCV is simple 🤝A more functional, cross-party coalition leads the state legislature 🏁Elections are more competitive Learn more ⬇️

Alaska has a long history of an extended vote-counting period – one that predates the state's adoption of ranked choice voting. Due to Alaska’s size, geography, & state law, it could take 15 days to learn the results of close 2026 elections. Learn more ⬇️

Next month, 15 cities, counties, & states will use ranked choice voting. In Alaska & Maine, RCV will be used in U.S. House & Senate elections that could determine control of Congress. Learn about RCV's role in 2026 elections in our latest News Update ⬇️

Last month, an updated version of the California Voting Rights Act was signed into law. The bill strengthens voter protections, and lets cities use proportional representation as a remedy to voting rights challenges. Learn more ⬇️

➡️ @vop.org & @publicconsultation.org asked nearly 20k Americans in 39 competitive states & congressional districts about ranked choice voting. 66% say they support RCV for congressional elections – with 70% of Democrats and 64% of Republicans in favor. Learn more ⬇️

Alaska has a long history of an extended vote-counting period – well before the state’s adoption of ranked choice voting. Due to Alaska’s size, geography, & state law, it could be 15 days before we know the results of close 2026 elections. Learn more ⬇️

In the 2026 elections, 15 cities, counties, and states will use ranked choice voting. In Alaska & Maine, RCV will be used in U.S. House & Senate elections that could determine control of Congress. Learn about these races & more in our latest News Update⬇️

This Congress was the least productive in recent history. Nearly 9 in 10 Americans feel our politics doesn’t work for them. Can ranked choice voting improve government? Yes. RCV pushes lawmakers to work together & deliver results for all voters – not just their partisan base. #RankedChoiceVoting

In November, Alaska will again use ranked choice voting in all federal & state elections. That includes a tight U.S. Senate race that could determine control of Congress. Here's what to expect from Alaska's 2026 elections ⬇️

"Voting no on Ballot Measure 2 empowers Alaskans by giving them the choice to pick from the full field of candidates & by keeping strong tools for seeing who’s paying for the litany of ads we suffer." – @adn.com Editorial Board

This November, Alaska, Maine, 11 cities, & two counties will use ranked choice voting in their elections. Three more cities will vote on whether to adopt #RankedChocieVoting for future local elections. Learn more about RCV and the 2026 elections ⬇️

"Salem is only one voice in a growing chorus of cities & towns asking to bring ranked choice voting to their local elections here in Massachusetts. Salem is an especially strong test case for broader applicability." – FairVote's Rachel Hutchinson to Massachusetts legislators ⬇️

In November, Irvine, CA will vote on a ballot measure to adopt ranked choice voting. A coalition of elected officials, civic organizations, and community leaders is educating Irvine voters on the benefits of RCV. More from Voter Choice Irvine ⬇️

"We're likely to see a narrow window to halt gerrymandering… One area where I see real opportunity is proportional representation, which could achieve elections that actually reflect the will of the people." – @democracyfund.bsky.social's Joe Goldman in @npquarterly.bsky.social

☕🗳️ Coffee, conversation, and Ranked Choice Voting! Join us Oct. 6 at Shibam Coffee in Dearborn to learn how RCV works and hear from Rep. Rashida Tlaib and Dr. Debbie Almontaser. More voice. More choice. RSVP at: buff.ly/ToECTRI #RankMIVote #RankedChoiceVoting #RCV

Surveys show voters are interested in options beyond the two major parties. But our single-choice, winner-take-all elections discourage new parties from participating. Proportional representation can put the U.S. on a path to multi-party democracy. ⬇️ #ProportionalRepresentation

In the 2026 elections, Alaska, Maine, 10 cities, and two counties will use ranked choice voting. In Alaska & Maine, RCV will be used in major U.S. House & Senate elections that could determine control of Congress. Here are some key RCV races to watch ⬇️

Two GOP candidates for Alaska governor are asking voters to rank every Republican in the race. In a joint campaign ad, they shared how supporters can use ranked choice voting to consolidate behind the strongest GOP candidate. Learn more ⬇️

Problem: Voters are fed up with our broken politics. Solution: #RankedChoiceVoting rewards politicians who solve problems for all of us. Learn more about ranked choice voting ⬇️ https://fairvote.org/our-reforms/ranked-choice-voting/

Hispanic Americans make up ~20% of the U.S. population – but only 10% of Congress. #HispanicHeritageMonth offers a chance to discuss reforms that can lead to a stronger voice for the Hispanic and Latino community. ⬇️ https://fairvote.org/improving-representation-for-hispanic-and-latino-americans/

Does ranked choice voting help Democrats or Republicans? Neither. Ranked choice voting is totally party-neutral. Republicans & Democrats have won #RankedChoiceVoting elections across the country. RCV simply makes sure candidates need support from a majority of voters to win.

At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Legislative Conference, FairVote & @blackvotersmatterfund.org hosted a panel on the future of Black political representation. Our panelists discussed the impact of Louisiana v. Callais, & how we can protect voting rights going forward. Learn more ⬇️

The 2026 primary season is over, and it put a spotlight on the need for ranked choice voting. We cover that, 3 cities voting on RCV in November, and much more in the latest FairVote News Update. Read more here ⬇️ #RankedChoiceVoting https://fairvote.org/fairvote-news-update-sep-21-2026/