When it comes to ranked choice voting, Maine has unfinished business
It’s time to expand the system to include the gubernatorial election.
It’s time to expand the system to include the gubernatorial election.
The bill would deny voters the opportunity to improve the democratic process through innovative voting methods.
Women’s History Month offers a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and how much work still lies ahead in advancing women’s representation in our democracy.
Instead of empowering party bosses, let’s empower voters.
The study session comes as most sitting council members have backed the idea.
Jamie Kilbreth advocates for the reconsideration of ranked-choice voting in Maine, arguing that it aligns with the state’s constitution and reflects the will of the people.
The town has never elected an African American or Hispanic candidate to the council.
Across the country, around a dozen state legislatures have initiated efforts to redraw districts to favor their parties.
The bill authorizes a permanent RCV option for cities and counties.
The electoral system used by many global democracies eliminates gerrymandering and has been shown to give more equal representation to minorities and women.