N.J.’s crowded primary field signals the need for ranked choice voting
A relatively small number of voters can determine the nominees from each party.
A relatively small number of voters can determine the nominees from each party.
RCV can ensure that the best candidate emerges from a crowded field.
RCV is a natural next step building on a series of thoughtful, nonpartisan reforms that have modernized and strengthened Connecticut’s elections.
Under the proposal, voters could rank up to four candidates, including write-ins, for each race.
The new charter includes a pathway to ranked choice voting, as well as other modernizations.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg heard commentary on rank choice voting in a State Government Committee Hearing.
The City Council reaffirmed their commitment to the system, following positive feedback from the 2023 elections.
The pieces are in place to seismically shift Silicon Valley elections.
A majority of voters said ‘Yes’ to changing how the city conducts elections.
The voting system was adopted by a City Council vote in September, 2024.