California Governor Gavin Newsom could interestingly get more votes than his replacement in a recall election and still lose his job.
Election Methods articles on Democracy Chronicles
This election methods reform section will highlight alternatives to the widely used plurality voting system like approval, ranked and instant-runoff voting. See our entire section called Voting Methods Central. Also see our section on American democracy.
Documenting the Debate About Ranked Voting in Oregon
The debate was not about the value of ranked voting over the current plurality voting system, but instead, its value compared to STAR Voting.
2021 Oscar Nominees Selected Through Ranked Choice Voting
The story behind how the Oscar winners are chosen is just as fascinating as the nominees themselves who are selected for the award.
VIDEO: Rockstar David Byrne Endorses Ranked Voting
A strong proponent of ranked voting, Byrne has heralded its benefits including the satisfaction of every voter knowing that their vote matters.
Preserving A Bipartisan Approach To Reforming Congressional Earmarks
Capping congressional earmarks is one way to inform the public about spending, but it may also restrict their effectiveness.
Impact Of Ranked Voting On NYC’s Orthodox Jewish Voting Bloc
Jews have been a deciding factor in New York mayoral elections. It will be interesting to see how ranked-voting affects this situation.
RCV And STAR Voting Go Head To Head In Oregon
Oregon Senate Bill 791 and 343 seek to establish ranked-choice voting as the default voting system in Oregon, receiving open testimony on 16 March.
Experts Outline Innovative Constitutional Path to Majority Rule
The Constitution expressly delineates powers that can not be stymied by the filibuster in the Senate or the Court’s animosity.
Ranked-Choice Voting Gains Momentum Nationwide
In the June mayoral primaries, New York City residents will be able to pick a 2nd, 3rd and 4th favorites in addition to their preferred candidate.
Survey: NYC Voters Felt Good About Ranked-Choice Voting
A series of special elections are acting almost as a testing ground for ranked voting as New York City prepares for the June primaries.