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UpVote Virginia retweeted
Thanks to you, @jamie_raskin, for your support of state parties and of #RankedChoiceVoting. We join you in thanking our DNC and Rules Committee members for voting to remove language from Rule 14A.
I’m delighted the DNC decided against the proposal that would have effectively banned Ranked Choice Voting in the 2028 presidential election. Thank you DNC Members for leaving that choice to the people and party leaders in the states and protecting the popular innovations that make ours a party of strong democracy. Great work in Austin!
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
🚨 DNC update: to friends and voters who wrote to me urging me to vote against the DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee’s proposed BAN on ranked choice voting in presidential primaries: the Chair removed the PUBLIC Rules & Bylaws committee meeting that had been set for next Thursday, opting instead for a PRIVATE closed door dinner. As a member of the DNC Executive Committee, I cannot over-stress my disappointment in turning an open debate into a closed door session. I will take the fight for ranked choice voting to the Executive Committee and will join in the floor fight on Saturday as these are the only options available. We need radical transparency to restore trust. This ain’t it!
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
Above the fray doesn’t mean staying silent when either party gets it wrong. Leadership should answer to us. Not the other way around. Our friends at @fairvote have made it easy to act. Tell the DNC to strike their proposed RCV ban by Aug. 15: fairvoteaction.quorum.us/cam…
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
With proportional representation, "you could have a vote where [a state’s] representation in Congress more accurately represents the actual sentiment of the voters." – Prof. James C. Cobb on how #ProportionalRepresentation would ensure fair representation cbsnews.com/atlanta/news/uga…
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Join us Wed. 7/29. The recent SCOTUS decision has gutted the VRA so how can we ensure fair and equitable representation? We'll get into state VRAs, #proportionalrepresentation, and creative civic engagement with our incredible panel. RSVP: forms.gle/vrLWcBHwraNgrSAs5
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
In Washington, DC's first use of #RankedChoiceVoting: ➡️ Most voters ranked 2 or more candidates ➡️ Voters across all eight wards ranked at high rates ➡️ 71% of voters ranked the Dem mayoral primary winner in their top three choices Learn more ⬇️ bit.ly/45dbZRL
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Last month, we asked folks to rank their favorite Starburst flavor! Follow the link to check out the results and to see how #RCV elections are counted: app.rankedvote.co/rv/x7antgs… Want to learn more about #RankedChoiceVoting? We have you covered here: upvoteva.org/rankedchoice
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We’re thrilled that @KellyMorrisonMN just reintroduced the #VoterChoiceAct in Congress! This bill will make it even easier for cities and states to improve their elections with #RankedChoiceVoting. Ask Congress to support the Voter Choice Act today ⬇️ bit.ly/4w9jqFc
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
In June, Washington, DC used ranked choice voting for the first time, and Maine used it in key primaries. In both places, RCV delivered majority winners & gave voters more voice. And in DC, 78% of voters say RCV is simple. Takeaways on that & more ⬇️ fairvote.org/fairvote-news-u…
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From 1776 to 2026, the American spirit burns as bright as ever. We wish you all a safe and happy 250th Fourth of July filled with family, food, and fireworks!
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
A new @SurveyUSA poll finds supermajorities of Washington, DC voters say ranked choice voting is simple & they support it. Key findings 📊 ✅78% of voters say their RCV ballot is simple to complete 🔢74% support ranking candidates
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
On Tuesday, voters in Washington, DC used ranked choice voting for the first time. @LisaDTRice proposed the ballot initiative that brought RCV to DC. Lisa shares what RCV means for her and our nation's capital ⬇️ @growdemocracyDC
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Want to help DC voters feel ready, but only have one day to give? You can sign up to volunteer with Rank the District on Election Day. On June 16, we’ll need volunteers to help staff polling sites and support voter education as DC voters use ranked choice voting in the primary. No prior experience is needed. We’ll help you get prepared so you can show up with confidence and support your community. One day can make a real difference. Sign up to volunteer at the link in our bio or at rankthedistrict.org. #RankTheDistrict #RankedChoiceVoting #RCV #DCElections #DCVotes #CivicEducation #GrowDemocracyDC
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
➡️@nytopinion columnist Jamelle Bouie: With Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act gutted, the U.S. could move "away from its current system toward something that could give us fair political representation." Options include proportional representation & ranked choice voting.
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
Yesterday, voters in Berwyn Heights, MD said YES to exploring ranked choice voting for Town Council elections – with 76% in favor! It’s a strong message from voters that they support improving their elections. Congratulations to @rcvformaryland for their hard work!
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
Have questions about the difference between two popular election reforms – ranked choice voting and “top two” primaries? In short: if you can *rank* candidates, that’s #RankedChoiceVoting! If not, it’s not RCV. Learn more ⬇️
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UpVote Virginia retweeted
It is obviously time to move past the antiquated single-member district system that makes racial and political gerrymandering possible and support proportional representation for the United States. This is the only path forward to the US being a full democracy.
🚨BREAKING: Supreme Court rules 6-3 in opinion by Justice Alito that second Black majority district in Louisiana not required by Voting Rights Act. Callais opinion here: supremecourt.gov/opinions/25…
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