Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) allows larger fields of candidates to run in a race without producing a spoiler effect.
Democracy in America articles
This Democracy in America archive has all our articles about election reform in the United States. The section is meant to encourage discussion about the strengths and weaknesses of the election system and help you build new ideas for the future. Be sure to check out our main section on American democracy as well.
2021-22 Redistricting Cycle Poses High Risk of Racial Discrimination in the South
Brennan Center for Justice reported new projections of high risk of racial discrimination in 2021-2022 redistricting cycle in South.
Republican lawmaker wants change in how voting at nursing homes is handled
A Republican lawmaker believes there should be changes in how voting is handled in nursing homes during this pandemic and has raised this with officials.
Former Republican officials in talks to form center-right anti-Trump party
With many GOP members openly bending to Trump some former Republicans are considering creating a centre-right anti-Trump party.
Utah counties weighing ranked choice voting options
Counties in Utah are weighing ranked choice voting options. Salt Lake City, for example, is expecting 700 touch screens with ranked choice capabilities.
What Absentee Voting Looked Like In All 50 States
Trump peddled baseless claims about absentee ballot in the last election. However, the voting method has been used effectively for decades.
Biden Must Act to Ensure Government Transparency
Biden must restore the executive branch’s commitment to a government that is committed to transparency and accountability.
Big Oil funding lawmakers opposed to ban on new drilling
President Biden’s climate change plan will be an uphill task with “Big Oil” funding lawmakers opposed to ban on new drilling.
Bill Aims at Restoring New Mexico Felon Voting Rights
Democrats are once again trying to remove barriers that prevent formerly incarcerated felons from regaining their right to vote.
Google expands election security aid for federal, state campaigns
All 50 States are going to benefit from free training as tech giant Google expands its efforts around election security.