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We're a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to empowering people with voting methods that strengthen democracy—with an emphasis on approval voting. Electionscience.org

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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · Aug 8

The only thing better than a great idea is the dedicated team that makes it happen. Proud of the work we're doing to advance Approval Voting! 🗳️✨
#ApprovalVoting #votingreform #nonprofit #communitybuilders #gerrymandering #votesplitting

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 1d

Happening this week! The Civic Impact Summit: The Path to 2026.. Join us to learn about new approval voting campaigns and how you can get involved advocating for better voting methods to strengthen democracy!
http://tinyurl.com/4wxye6mx
#votingreform

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 1d

🚨New Advocacy tools! How Gerrymandering Steals Your Voice & How Approval Voting Can Give It Back"—a clear, compelling resource packed with statistics, examples, and actionable steps for contacting representatives!
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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 2d

💡Did you know? During the 13th century, the Venetian state used Approval Voting to elect members of its Great Council. Electors cast a vote for every candidate they found acceptable. The winner was the person w/ the largest number of voters. History shows this system works!

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 4d

Civic Impact Summit: The Path to 2026 is October 8th at 3 PM ET. We have several major announcements that we want our community to learn about first, making this a critical starting post for our most ambitious advocacy year yet. tinyurl.com/4wxye6mx Registration is free.

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 5d

electionscience.org/giving We are counting on you to help us meet our fundraising goal. We are preparing our most ambitious year yet! And we need your help! Donate today as we clear the path for approval voting in 2026!

#votingreform #elections #fairelections #causes #donate

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 5d

Approval voting elects the true consensus candidate, forcing them to appeal broadly, not just to the extreme.
Ditch the "one person, one vote" system! Learn how to introduce #ApprovalVoting in your community: electionscience.org
#votesplitting

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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 6d

Running for office is your chance to bring real civic innovation! Imagine an election where you can support every candidate you like, that's the power of Approval Voting!
Thinking about running? Connect with us to learn how to champion better elections!
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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 6d

What we're reading: "Sand seeks changes to political system"
#approvalvoting
https://www.mississippivalleypublishing.com/daily_gate/sand-seeks-changes-to-political-system/article_8e722921-4848-439c-a4b0-79fb3c9402ab.html

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 6d

A government shutdown is the symbol of a broken, polarized system. Imagine electing leaders who aren't forced to cater to the partisan extremes just to win. #ApprovalVoting elects leaders incentivized to be nonpartisan and work together, not cater to extremes.

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 6d

Felix Sargent is joining us to analyze the St. Louis Mayoral race, where the results showed a strong voter approval of the system's flexibility; notably, 33% of voters approved multiple candidates. Will you be there? Registration is Free! #approvalvoting
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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 7d

Matt Koesters is a former award-winning journalist and media relations expert dedicated to bridging divides and strengthening civic participation. Koesters works to future-proof American democracy by advancing reforms that empower voters. Join us tinyurl.com/4wxye6mx

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 7d

Want to see smarter elections that truly represent voters?
Support our end-of-year fundraising campaign! Your gift powers advocacy for better voting methods like Approval Voting.
Let's make every vote count in 2026 and beyond.
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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

Learn more about our work at electionscience.org and please keep sharing your thoughts!

The Center for Election Science

The Center for Election Science is a national, nonpartisan leader in approval voting, election analysis and voting method research. Approval Voting is an alternative voting method that allows voters t...

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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

We advocate for Approval Voting.. voters when they have the opportunity to learn about it can see the benefits. We serve as a resource for all communities to learn about alternative methods. We have never stood in the way of a community to adopt a reform. We think America has a vote splitting prob.

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

Last year we began introducing Approval Voting to Michiganders. The data showed voters are ready to learn about reforms but may not be ready to abandon their political parties. This underscores the need for tailored, adaptable solutions rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Transforming the Vote | The Center for Election Science

Transforming the Vote

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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

Here's an example of our CEO Nina advocating for all the reforms to be adopted as a national resolution for the NAACP. Again... testimonials matter, and we can't ignore voters who find RCV difficult. youtu.be/5NteLbHpqhE?...

Advocating for National Research of Alternative Voting Methods in Black and Brown Communities.

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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

We've never claimed that RCV is unscientific. Rather, our position is that it is not a "silver bullet" fix for every jurisdiction in America, despite how it is often promoted. The growing body of data & testimonials from voters who do not support RCV in their communities must be taken into account.

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

Our core focus is on all voters. We are non-partisan, working across the aisle to introduce these comprehensive reforms. We are also actively expanding our research into promising new methods like Sequential Proportional Approval Voting (SPAV).

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

Here's where we are different! We have a "Democracy Test Kitchen" Approach. Instead of prescribing a single reform, we introduce states to the full slate of alternative voting methods including Approval Voting & STAR allowing them to implement the reform that best suit their unique needs.

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The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 11d

Hi there! Thanks for the mention! a few things! CES is dedicated to driving innovation at the ballot box to create a more perfect and representative democracy. We stand united with the broader voting reform movement in the belief that our current system is deeply flawed & innovation is the nextstep.

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 12d

We are close to 100 registrations for the Civic Impact Lab! Will you be there? https://electionscience.mykajabi.com/civic-impact-summit Register today!
#approvalvoting #votingreform #reformnetwork #media #fairelections

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 13d

The CES endeavors to put scientific, rational thinking at the heart of our democratic system, uncovering the unacknowledged trends and influences affecting the public, institutions, and policymakers, while working to create the most fair and effective election systems possible.

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 14d

Our allies in the fight to bring fairer elections to Maryland. Join us to give an exciting update on Maryland! tinyurl.com/4wxye6mx
#approvalvoting #democracy #electionscience

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 14d

We're thrilled to have you join us!

The Center for Election Science @electionscience.bsky.social · 14d

Micah Erfan is a JD Candidate at UVA Law, a Policy Advisor to Mockler Media, Co-Founder of The Siren Creator Network. A former elected official of the TX Democratic Party and a Biden appointee to the Platform Committee at the Democratic National Convention
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