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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Virtual Event: RCV on the ballot – (TODAY @ 7pm ET). This Nov 3 cities will vote on whether to adopt it. Join this call and meet the people moving the campaigns forward; hear how you can help these campaigns win. #RCV us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qu…

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Journalist and author David Daley, who writes about gerrymandering and voting rights, will lead a free community forum on the future of American democracy Thursday at the Waltham Government Center. #RCV walthamtimes.org/2026/10/04/a...

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Author David Daley to discuss democracy at Waltham forum Thursday – Waltham Times

Author and journalist David Daley. Courtesy photo. Journalist and author David Daley, who writes about gerrymandering and voting rights, will lead a free

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington state, testified before the House Committee on Rules about her bills to "Clean Up Congress". She's pushing for: Ranked Choice Voting and Proportional Representation. #RCV www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeIU...

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One of our strong allies in Congress, Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington state, testified before the House Committee on Rules about her bills to "Clean Up Congress" on September 10,…

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Ranked-choice voting could have overcome an invasion of “zombie votes” in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor. #RCV www.milwaukeemag.com/breaking-dow...

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Breaking Down Ranked Choice Voting in the 2026 Wisconsin Primary

Here’s what might have happened in the recent primary, if Wisconsin used a different voting system.

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

"There’s a way to save voters’ time and taxpayer money, improve voter turnout and deliver a more issues-focused primary that unites the party behind a majority nominee: instant-runoff voting, also known as ranked-choice voting.” #RCV www.postandcourier.com/opinion/comm...

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Ranked Choice Voting can help improve voter turn-out, especially for primaries. Ward 6 Councilor Sean T. Durkee called for funding more turnout programs, including door-to-door outreach, and stressed councilors’ power to inform constituents about local issues. walthamtimes.org/2026/08/18/i...

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In deep-blue Waltham, the election that matters is the one people skip – Waltham Times

Voting experts in Massachusetts expect relatively high turnout for this year’s state election because of the numerous ballot questions and some

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Ranked ballots are one of the wonders of modern representative democracy because they solve real democratic dilemmas that other methods can’t solve. #RCV democracysos.substack.com/p/the-miracl...

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The miracle of RCV’s ranked ballots

The profound facility of ranked ballots is under-appreciated, even as the incentives unleashed delivers better choices, better campaigns and better governance

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Rob Richie talked about the use of ranked choice voting in elections and the impact of "zombie votes" in primary races. #RCV www.c-span.org/program/wash...

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

"Ranked choice voting (RCV), in which voters rank candidates in order of preference, emerges as superior to the plurality or ‘pick one’ method used in most elections.” #RCV thefulcrum.us/democracy/ma...

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U.S. Democracy and Mathematics

Democracy, we like to think, runs on ideals like freedom, equality, the consent of the governed. But look under the hood and you'll find something less lofty – mathematics.The idea that democracy…

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G Elliott Morris @gelliottmorris.com · 12/08/2026

The Democratic primary for governor of Wisconsin is a really great example of why America needs to switch to ranked-choice voting in primaries. As of now it looks like the winner of the race will prevail with <40% of the vote! No good reason not to switch ahead of 2028.

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

"With 18 candidates for governor, I find I like five of them across party lines. With ranked choice voting, I can vote for all five. I disagree with people who want to restrict my vote to only one candidate." #RCV www.juneauempire.com/2026/08/05/l...

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LETTER: Protect ranked choice voting - Juneau Empire

With 18 candidates for governor, I find I like five of them across party lines.

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

August Newsletter: There's a lot happening this month! Join us at the Waltham Farmers' Market this Saturday, catch up on the latest ranked choice voting news, explore new blog posts, and enter our monthly challenge for a chance to win a $30 gift card. #RCV meuf7.r.a.d.sendibm1.com/mk/mr/sh/7nV...

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

15 Reasons Why the Time Is Right for Ranked Choice Voting in Waltham 1. Waltham's elections already have the conditions where RCV works best. 2. Waltham can eliminate unnecessary preliminary elections. Read more -> www.walthamrcv.org/15-reasons-w...

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Ranked Choice Waltham - 15 Reasons Why the Time Is Right for Ranked Choice Voting in Waltham

15 Reasons Why the Time Is Right for Ranked Choice Voting in Waltham

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Mass voters will have the chance to scrap the state’s party primary system this November. But if so, should be paired with ranked choice voting to avoid the spoiler effect. #RCV www.bostonglobe.com/2026/07/23/n...

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A ballot referendum could upend elections in Massachusetts. So where do its current politicians stand on it? - The Boston Globe

The referendum would switch Massachusetts elections to what’s known as a jungle primary.

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Last week council members voted 4-3 to place ranked choice voting on the ballot. Councilmember Kathleen Treseder said the new voting system would give residents a better voice to support their preferred candidate and would prevent the spoiler effect in elections #RCV voiceofoc.org/2026/07/irvi...

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Irvine Asks Voters to Change Election System While Budget Deficit Looms

Irvine voters will be able to weigh in during November’s election about whether or not they want their city to start using ranked choice voting in 2028.

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

There's an important alternative to lots of runoff elections - Ranked Choice Voting. Without it, Sioux Falls had to run 4 runoff elections for mayor and city council seats. #RCV www.thedakotascout.com/p/viewpoint-...

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VIEWPOINT | One election is enough with ranked choice voting

Guest column by Joe Kirby

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

"We must bring all Americans into elections with ranked choice ballots and proportional representation where all of us meaningfully engage with candidates, where our votes are as likely to count toward securing a voice in government." #RCV expanddem.substack.com/p/beyond-ame...

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Beyond America’s 250, rethinking how to hold public meetings, and timely links

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The Ranked Ballot Is the Pro-Women, Pro-Voter, Pro-Democracy Reform America Needs RCV is the most powerful, best-documented reform available for advancing women’s political participation. It serves every voter, at every level of government, on every ballot. #RCV msmagazine.com/2026/07/01/r...

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The Ranked Ballot Is the Pro-Women, Pro-Voter, Pro-Democracy Reform America Needs

For 250 years, the story of American democracy has been a story of expanding who holds power and who gets to decide who yields it. The 15th Amendment, the 17th, the Voting Rights Act, the 19th…

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Top Three Reasons Why Waltham Needs Ranked Choice Voting #RCV www.walthamrcv.org/top-three-re...

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Maine’s ranked-choice verdict The state’s voting system reshaped two competitive primaries, elevating consensus winners over first-choice frontrunners. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/06/20/o...

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Maine’s ranked-choice verdict - The Boston Globe

The state’s voting system reshaped two competitive primaries, elevating consensus winners over first-choice frontrunners.

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Be sure to see us at Waltham RiverBeat! At the Moody Street Bridge and the surrounding riverfront areas in downtown Waltham, Massachusetts, with the event hub centered at 195 Moody St. Saturday, June 20, 2026; 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM #RCV

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Ranked Choice Waltham hosted a table at Waltham's Pride Festival this past weekend. If you haven't already, please visit our website (www.walthamrcv.org ) and sign up for our newsletter! #RCV

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

As Maine voters head to the polls on primary day in the Pine Tree State, RCV has become so accepted that candidates from both parties are openly encouraging voters to rank their rivals. #RCV #rankedchoicevoting www.salon.com/2026/06/09/r...

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Ranked choice voting is working in Maine. It can work everywhere else too - Salon.com

Maine voters offer real hope for democracy — and it's got nothing to do with Graham Platner

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Upcoming ranked choice voting events and news. Try our test/mock ranked choice vote. #RCV meuf7.r.a.d.sendibm1.com/mk/mr/sh/7nV...

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A quiz, test vote, and updates

Upcoming Events

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Try ranked choice voting - Rank the Waltham Community Events You Want Most. Take one minute and help suggest city events for Waltham. Rank up to nine community event ideas in order of preference — the three with the most support win. #RCV

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Ranked Choice Voting example vote

Prioritize events for Waltham, Massachusetts

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Ranked Choice Waltham participated in Civics Trivia Night competing with other Waltham teams answering questions on local Waltham government, the U.S. Constitution, voting rights and other civic topics. The team placed second to the team from The Waltham Times. #lwv #RCV

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Join us on May 13 at McDevitt Middle School, 6:30 for Civics Trivia Night.

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Ranked Choice Waltham @rcwaltham.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Could we ask for 2 minutes of your time to share your thoughts on Ranked Choice Voting with us? docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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