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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 1d

🧠 @psychologytoday.com: "A smattering of political science research finds that such methods [as ranked choice voting] would unwind the political paralysis caused by the centrifugal forces spinning American politics toward extremes."

Read the full article: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pati...

Magazine clipping from Psychology Today with headline that reads "How Ranked Choice Voting Could Help Save US Democracy"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 6d

We met up with the Exec Director of @fairvotemn.bsky.social, Jeanne Massey! It was a joy to have a legendary electoral reform powerhouse player here in the Windy City! Pro-RCV reform is rapidly gaining momentum across the midwest. We're thrilled to have such an amazing partner!

#Chicago #Illinois

FairVote Illinois Chicago-based team standing alongside Jeanne Massey at a rooftop bar in Chicago with the Chicago skyline in the background

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 6d

Please see above reply to Mike's comment!

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 6d

Thanks for the tag! We are working with the City Council to put a binding RCV referendum on the Feb 2027 ballot that would enact RCV for mayor, city clerk, and city council elections. You can sign up for a volunteer orientation session for more details on the process: www.fairvoteillinois.org/events

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 9d

RCV IN THE NEWS: Our neighbors across the lake are fighting to expand democracy! We're continuing to watch closely as Rank MI Vote aims to collect 600,000 signatures across the Wolverine State to put a statewide referendum on their November 2026 ballot.

#Michigan #Midwest

Newspaper clipping with headline that reads "Michigan could have a ranked choice option if petition gathers enough signatures" and "The organizers aim to collect 600,000 signatures to ensure they have at least 426,000 valid names to qualify for 2026"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 10d

WE'RE HIRING!: Seeking a full-time statewide organizer to work on the front lines of a transformative movement to upgrade Illinois’ elections to ranked choice voting. Visit FairVoteIllinois.org/statewide_organizer or click the 🔗 in bio for more info and to apply!

Must be in the Chicagoland area.

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 14d

The best way to spread the word about ranked choice voting is with a new hat, shirt, bag, cup, or even baby onesie! Start the conversation about pro-democracy reform with some stylish merch at www.fairvoteillinois.org/shop! The proceeds from sales help fund our movement.

Screenshot of the FairVote Illinois shop website

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 16d

#RankedChoiceVoting would save Chicago millions of 💸 by eliminating the need for runoff elections. The 2023 Mayoral runoff cost ~$20M, and $10s of Ms more in campaign costs. Comment below: What would be a better use of that $$$? 🤔

#RCV #Democracy #Chicago #ChicagoPolitics #ChicagoIllinois #Illinois

Bar chart showing the amount that Chicago spent on runoff elections in the last 3 mayoral races: about 12 million dollars in 2015, 17 million in 2019, and almost 20 million dollars in 2023.

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 21d

Read the full article here: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/09/16/l...

#RCV #Democracy #Illinois #IllinoisPolitics #Politics #lakecountyillinois #LakeCountyIL

Survey shows county residents open to ranked-choice voting: ‘We have to do a better job of messaging’

Approximately 2,000 people responded to the online monthlong survey taken in July.

www.chicagotribune.com

FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 21d

We are excited to see interest in RCV growing in our state! This follows RCV referenda passing in Skokie, Oak Park, and Peoria in the last year. We will continue to advocate for RCV and provide research and educational support to elected officials that seek to implement it for their communities!

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 21d

42.9% of respondents to a poll run by Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega said YES to #RankedChoiceVoting, with only 23.9% opposed and 33.2% neutral. @lakecountyclerk.bsky.social told the LC News-Sun: “our voters are engaged and care about the process. They see a place for ranked-choice voting.”

Newspaper clipping from the Chicago Tribune with a headline that reads: "Survey shows county residents open to ranked choice voting"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 23d

Gov. Edgar was known for his fiscal responsibility and strong leadership through the Great Flood of 1993, as well as for reforms of welfare programs, education, and Illinois’s adoption system. We must never forget to honor the stewards of our past. Rest in Peace, Governor Edgar.

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 23d

We are saddened to learn of the passing of former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar (g. ’91-’99). Governor Edgar was one of the most respected governors in our history, leaving office with approval ratings >60% and winning reelection by the largest margins in Illinois history.

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Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar speaking at a podium, with text that reads "Rest in Peace, Governor Jim Edgar, born 1946, died 2025, Secretary of State of Illinois 1981-1991, 38th Governor of Illinois 1991-1999.

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · 25d

@govpritzker.illinois.gov has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of victims of political violence. Let us cherish democracy as a peaceful political system for resolving our differences. The project of building a world-class democracy in our country is a fight for peace.

#Democracy

Image of an American flag being flown at half staff accompanied by text that reads "Let us resolve our differences with democracy, not violence."

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Sep 9

Do you know an organization or high-profile individual who wants to publicly endorse RCV and appear on our website? Ask them to complete our official endorsement form at tinyurl.com/RCVChicago !

#Chicago #ChicagoIllinois #Democracy #RankedChoiceVoting #Illinois #Politics

Endorsement of Ranked Choice Voting for Chicago

This form confirms your organization/group's support for bringing ranked choice voting to Chicago's municipal elections. By completing this, you will join a coalition of groups that are supportive of...

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Sep 9

Our list of official supporters of ranked choice voting is growing! These 13 alders have confirmed their support for upgrading our city's democracy and giving voters more choice and more power through ranked choice voting!

Pictures of 13 Chicago alderpersons on a grey background with text that reads "Chicago City Council Alders for Ranked Choice Voting"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Sep 3

We've passed RCV referenda in Berwyn, Evanston, Peoria, Oak Park, and Skokie, IL. Next, we're working on Naperville and Chicago! Want to fight for better democracy? Take the first step at FairVoteIllinois.org/Join !

#Illinois #IllinoisPolitics #Chicago #ChicagoIllinois #Politics #Naperville

Text on a purple background that reads "Join us in the fight for a better democracy at FairVoteIllinois.org/Join or click the link in bio. Share this post with a friend who wants a better democracy with ranked choice voting!"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Sep 2

Our message to workers: Let us organize for power, choice, and collective voice. Democracy is a continuous, ever-evolving mechanism for self-governance. That's why we at FairVote Illinois are organizing for #RankedChoiceVoting !

#Democracy #Chicago #Illinois #Politics #LaborDay

Silhouettes of workers of various professions voting, running for office, and protesting. Alongside text that reads "Happy Labor Day from FairVote Illinois"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Aug 27

Yesterday, FVIL volunteers met with alderman Anthony Quezada to discuss upgrading Chicago's elections to ranked choice voting. Alderman Quezada shared his support for RCV as a critical pro-democracy reform, and we are excited to work with him!

#RCV #RankedChoiceVoting #Chicago #ChicagoIllinois

3 FairVote Illinois volunteers alongside Anthony Quezada, the 35th ward alderman in Chicago, standing outside the 35th ward office.

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Aug 26

Joining the movement is easy:
(1) Complete our supporter form at FairVoteIllinois.org/Join 📝
(2) RSVP for a volunteer orientation, which happens once every two weeks, at FairVoteIllinois.org/Events 🧑🏻‍💻

#Naperville #NapervilleIllinois #Illinois #Politics #IllinoisPolitics

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Aug 26

Do you know someone who lives in or around Naperville, Illinois and wants to fight for democracy? We're working to put a ranked choice voting referendum on Naperville's March 2026 ballot!

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Naperville sign next to the DuPage River with text that reads "Volunteers Needed in Naperville, Illinois! The Goal: Ranked choice voting on the ballot in 2026!"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Aug 25

Ranked choice voting is a simple upgrade to the way we vote that gives voters more choices and more power! By letting voters rank candidates in order of preference, you can vote for who you really want — without fear of "splitting the vote."

#baseball #sports #chicago #cubs

Baseball field showing a batter hitting a home run alongside a clipboard that reads "Best Batter" with a ranked choice voting ballot. Text reads "Ranked choice voting would be a home run for Chicago!"

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Aug 21

Last night, we had our DuPage County chapter meeting! It also doubled as a going-away party for our amazing DuPage County chapter lead Samrah, who is going to Brown University for college! We're so thankful for the work that she has done to advance democracy reform in Illinois!

Samrah smiling as a party attendant gets a slice of cake.

Samrah smiling and getting a slice of cake for herself at her going away party.

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Aug 14

RSVP at FairVoteIllinois.org/events 👈👈👈

#Naperville #NapervilleIllinois #Democracy #RankedChoiceVoting

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FairVote Illinois @fairvoteil.bsky.social · Aug 14

DuPage County: We're working to get a ranked choice voting referendum on Naperville's March 2026 ballot! Join us at Wheaton Public Library on August 19 from 6:30-7:30pm for our DuPage County Chapter Meeting! We'll discuss the progress we've already made and how you can help gather signatures.

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