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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 4d

#RankedChoiceVoting can encourage politicians to do the cross-partisan work necessary for a stable nation and prosperous economy.

FairVote CEO Meredith Sumpter shares why in @the-renovator.bsky.social, a new Substack from Danielle Allen ⬇️

How to End Our Zero-sum Politics

Hey, business leaders: Want a productive democracy? Try ranked-choice voting, like Alaska and Maine.

therenovator.substack.com

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 6d

Today, Democrats in Fairfax County, Virginia are using #RankedChoiceVoting in a primary for the Board of Supervisors.

This is just the latest use of RCV in VA, with Arlington & Charlottesville using it for local elections!

Learn more ⬇️ @upvoteva.bsky.social

Four Democrats compete in Braddock District primary with all-digital ranked choice voting

Democrats in Fairfax County’s Braddock District will head to the polls Saturday to pick their nominee for the Board of Supervisors.

wjla.com

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 6d

Early reports indicate, you and your friend rank pretty high on our list <3. Bring your friends on over to our website to find where to sign!

#RankedChoiceVoting #Michigan #volunteerToday #meme

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 7d

NYC Mayor Eric Adams ended his reelection bid over fears he’d spoil the mayoral race.

If NYC used #RankedChoiceVoting in general elections as it does in primaries, Adams wouldn’t have been pushed to quit & voters could decide for themselves.

Learn how ⬇️
fairvote.org/ranked-choic...

Ranked choice voting would protect voter choice in New York City mayoral election - FairVote

New York City Mayor Eric Adams ended his bid for reelection on Sunday, amid concerns that he would split the vote with other candidates.

fairvote.org

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 7d

At Brickworld Grand Rapids, one of our volunteers explained Ranked Choice Voting with Legos — and the kid got it instantly.

RCV is simple, fair, and voters are ready. Share this and join us: rankmivote.org/volunteer
#RankMIVote #RCV #FairElections

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you for your support!

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 10d

🖊️ Want to sign the petition?

Check out one of our upcoming signature events this week! Our volunteers will be out across Michigan making it easy for you to add your name and help bring Ranked Choice Voting to the ballot.

📍 Find an event: RankMiVote.org/event and RankMiVote.org/Where-Do-I-Sign

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 12d

Our elections don't have to incentivize negativity and division. We can have a politics that rewards building coalitions around issues that matter to voters. We can put voters in front of partisan hate.

It starts with a simple change.
#RankedChoiceVoting

The 'Freedom of Speech' Norman Rockwell painting with bottom text reading "Ranked Choice Voting can lower the temperature".

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Pat Zabawa @patzabawa.bsky.social · 14d

Does Eli want to sign Rank MI Vote's petition to EMPOWER Michigan voters and DECREASE negative campaigning through Ranked Choice Voting?

"Oh my god yes!"

Volunteer with Rank MI Vote, pick up and sign a petition, and meet enthusiastic voters like Eli at 👉rankmivote.org!

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 16d

Learn about Ranked Choice Voting and find the petition at RankMIVote.org/where-do-I-sign

Ranked Choice Voting is a simple upgrade to how we vote that will make politics less divisive, empower voters, and end the spoiler effect.

We definitely need your signature, so sign today!

#Democracy #RCV

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 16d

After two years of work, the @americanbar.org's bipartisan Task Force for American Democracy encouraged states to consider #RankedChoiceVoting.

FairVote CEO Meredith Sumpter explains why 👇

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 17d

What state is cooler than #Michigan? NONE! But it's hard to not feel left out when places like Alaska and Maine, NYC's very famous mayoral primary, other counties runoff/primary/special elections, and even other countries all have Ranked Choice Voting. Help us get it on the ballot! #Democracy

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Rank the Vote @rankthevoteusa.bsky.social · 21d

Football is back! (And in fantasy football it's been a rough couple weeks for some of us)

Ever feel like this when you go to vote? Promised a chance for change and then the same old outcome?

We're working to build something better! Check out how #RCV can give us more options: rankthevote.us/learn/

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 20d

In August 2023, @americanbar.org established the bipartisan Task Force for American Democracy in response to rising threats to democracy & the rule of law.

Last week, the task force encouraged states to adopt #RankedChoiceVoting.

Learn why ⬇️
fairvote.org/bipartisan-a...

Bipartisan American Bar Association task force endorses ranked choice voting - FairVote

The American Bar Association’s Task Force for American Democracy endorsed ranked choice voting in its latest report.

fairvote.org

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 20d

📣 College students — this is your moment!

Are you ready to make a difference in Michigan’s future? Join our Student All Hands Call THIS SUNDAY and learn how you can be part of the statewide movement to bring Ranked Choice Voting to the ballot.

👉 Sign up here: secure.everyaction.com/N1vfxrGKkEGV...

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 22d

Head on over to YouTube to hear about how we can work together to form a better democracy and a more perfect union with Ranked Choice Voting
youtube.com/shorts/niPff...
#VoteYourHopesNotYourFears #RankMIVote #RankedChoiceVoting #Michigan #Grassroots #BallotInitiative #Nonpartisan #VotersRights

How Do We Get A More Perfect Union? #ballotinitiative #democracy#michigan #rankedchoicevoting

We all want a more perfect union, it's part of the American Dream, but it feels so far away right now. Ranked choice voting can help us get there, and can help us improve our democracy. One vote at a…

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 22d

🎤 "Ranked Choice Voting would solve everything!"

Thanks to comedian @SteveHofstetter.bsky.social for the kind words about how Rank MI Vote is empowering voters with our petition to bring #RankedChoiceVoting to Michigan.

Find out where you can sign the petition at RankMIVote.org/where-do-i-sign

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 22d

Find where to sign at RankMIVote.org/where-do-i-sign

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 22d

Happy Constitution Day. Ranked Choice Voting didn't exist when the constitution was written. As we reflect upon the goals of a more perfect Union and domestic Tranquility, we are inspired to take action to strengthen our Republic with Ranked Choice Voting.

The background is a US constitution and a feather pen. The text honors constitution day and reflects on goals from the preamble like a more perfect union and domestic tranquility. Those ideals feel distant in today's politics but Ranked Choice Voting brings us closer. It rewards civility, cooperation, and real solutions for voters. Rank MI Vote is working to bring Ranked Choice Voting to Michigan.

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 25d

Rank MI Vote is a non-partisan effort to give voters more voice and bring down the heat in politics.

As volunteer Jordan Green said:

“It’s better for voters. It’s better for candidates.”

📰 White Lake Beacon coverage: www.shorelinemedia.net/white_lake_b...

#RankMIVote #RCV #Michigan

Ranked choice voting event educates, answers questions

Petitions are circulating to place ranked choice voting (RCV) on Michigan’s 2026 ballot, and an informational session held Sept. 11 at Montague City Hall aimed to educate voters on how

www.shorelinemedia.net

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Pat Zabawa @patzabawa.bsky.social · 23d

Rank MI Vote all-star volunteer Hanna first learned of Ranked Choice Voting from a friend 20 years ago ...and then ran into that same friend carrying our petition 20 years later! We're bringing EVERYONE out for a better democracy. Do YOUR part at 👉 rankmivote.org.

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 25d

Rank MI Vote is a non-partisan effort to give voters more voice and bring down the heat in politics.

As volunteer Jordan Green said:

“It’s better for voters. It’s better for candidates.”

📰 White Lake Beacon coverage: www.shorelinemedia.net/white_lake_b...

#RankMIVote #RCV #Michigan

Ranked choice voting event educates, answers questions

Petitions are circulating to place ranked choice voting (RCV) on Michigan’s 2026 ballot, and an informational session held Sept. 11 at Montague City Hall aimed to educate voters on how

www.shorelinemedia.net

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 25d

Want to learn more about Ranked Choice Voting and how to bring it to Michigan?

Check out one of our events this week 👉 rankmivote.org/events

Know a group that wants to host us? Comment and let us know!

#RankMIVote #RCV #Michigan

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 27d

“I don’t think we ought to be stuck in the ‘lesser of two evils’ narrative. I think we need a system that breaks us out of that and lets us vote honestly.”

FairVote’s Deb Otis makes the case for #RankedChoiceVoting with @undark.org ⬇️

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Rank MI Vote @rankmivote.bsky.social · 27d

🎙️ Ranked Choice Voting is a small change with a big impact — giving voters more voice, more choice, and lowering the temperature in our politics.

Thousands of Michiganders are stepping up to make it happen. Join us: rankmivote.org
#RankMIVote #RCV #BetterPolitics

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