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Rick Hasen @rickhasen.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

#ELB: “Beyond District Lines: Rethinking the California Voting Rights Act’s Promise of Fair Representation” electionlawblog.org/2026/beyond-dis…

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Rick Hasen @rickhasen.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

#ELB: Todd Cox of LDF Sits Down with Rob Richie for Conversation on the Future of Voting Rights electionlawblog.org/2026/todd-cox-o…

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Barn Raiser @barnraiser.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

In a time of creeping autocracy in the United States, three reforms can help rebuild our democracy—and they’re already in reach. @robrichie.bsky.social barnraisingmedia.com/2026-electio...

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A Coming Revolution in American Democracy

These three reforms can help us reclaim democracy in an age of encroaching autocracy.

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

How does ranked choice voting fit with "one person, one vote?" As @robrichie.bsky.social of @expanddemocracy.bsky.social explains on C-SPAN, RCV embodies the principle of "one person, one vote" better than choose-one elections. #RankedChoiceVoting

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Love this idea for tallying ranked choice voting elections featured in today's @expanddemocracy.bsky.social release of the Democracy Lab - real-time results with full transparency. expanddem.substack.com/p/the-simple...

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🎙️The Simple Fix for RCV’s Big Waiting Game

Featuring Brian Strege

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

"It’s hard for independent candidates to not be seen as 'spoilers.' Even when voters aren’t happy w/ either [major] party, they don’t want to waste their vote. That’s where ranked choice voting comes in." – @expanddemocracy.bsky.social's @robrichie.bsky.social Full C-SPAN interview⬇️ bit.ly/4xd1Pgy

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Christine Pelosi @christinepelosi.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

We Won!! #DNC lifted the Rules Committee’s ban on rank choice voting for presidential primaries. As I told our DNC Western Caucus, I Chaired CA Democrats’ 2006 Platform that added RCV — and know we must welcome in new voices to win in 2026 and 2028. With today’s vote we hear you and welcome you. 🇺🇸

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Blue Virginia @bluevirginia.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

"I strongly support Democratic state leaders coming together this week to stop the DNC from banning the counting of Ranked Choice Voting ballots in the 2028 presidential primaries." - @raskin.house.gov bluevirginia.us/2026/08/thur...

Rep. Jamie Raskin nails it:

"You can imagine my dismay to learn that there is a rules change moving in the DNC to ban state Democratic parties from using Ranked Choice Voting systems in the 2028 presidential primaries. This effort is not only an attack on the right of Democratic state parties to make their own rules and respond to their own constituents, but it also moves us in exactly the wrong direction in promoting electoral democracy. Ranked Choice Voting gives us the power to prevent millions of votes cast for presidential candidates who do not reach the 15% threshold or cast for candidates who drop out of the race from being completely nullified in the coming presidential election.

I strongly support Democratic state leaders coming together this week to stop the DNC from banning the counting of Ranked Choice Voting ballots in the 2028 presidential primaries. I would much prefer to be focused on getting votes and raising money and volunteers today, but I’m taking the time to write a thread on what’s being proposed, why it’s wrong and how to stop it, because I’m convinced this is going to be another serious self-inflicted political wound for our party if it happens."

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Ms. Magazine @msmagazine.com · 10/08/2026

The DNC’s Rules and Bylaws Committee voted to block state parties from using ranked-choice voting in their 2028 presidential primaries—a decision that is both deeply unpopular among its voters and bad for a party seeking to uphold voting rights and identify a unifying nominee.

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A Decade After Hillary Clinton's Historic Presidential Run, the DNC Is Fighting Over Ranked-Choice Voting

Decade After Hillary Clinton, Women Wait for Parity; Debate Over Ranked-Choice Voting Heads to the DNC; New Book on Democracy

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Barn Raiser @barnraiser.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

This coming weekend at its meeting in Austin, the Democratic National Committee will decide whether or not to prohibit the use of ranked choice voting (RCV) in selecting their presidential nominee in 2028. @robrichie.bsky.social barnraisingmedia.com/2026-electio...

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Some Establishment Democrats Want to Ban Ranked-Choice Voting

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) to vote on whether the Democrats should ban ranked choice voting (RCV) in presidential primaries.

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David Nir @davidnir.com · 13/08/2026

This is an excellent, overlooked point. With David Crowley's win on Tuesday, three different Black Democrats could win governor's races in November. The other two are Keisha Lance Bottoms in GA & Aaron Ford in NV. That would equal the total number of Black people elected governor *ever*.

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Expert: David Crowley’s Primary Win Sets Up Historic Midterms for Black Democrats Across the US – The Root

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Senator Ankit Jain @ankitjaindc.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The DNC is trying to block Ranked Choice Voting in DC. Don't let party insiders silence your voice. Stand up for voter choice and take action today. fairvoteaction.quorum.us/campaign/DNC... #RankedChoiceVoting #DCElections #PassRCV #DCPolitics

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Reinvent Albany @reinventalbany.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Reinvent Albany Senior Policy Fellow @robrichie.bsky.social explains why a single ranked-choice election could expand voter participation and simplify city elections www.timesunion.com/opinion/arti...

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Commentary: Albany's elections need an upgrade to ranked-choice voting

Most major cities have moved beyond closed partisan primaries. Albany should too, to promote democracy and increase turnout.

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

There are exciting levels of greater interest and funding for proportional representation. My hope is that we have a "big tent" reform approach & keep learning. Here's our latest @ExpandDemocracy newsletter with my thoughts. expanddem.substack.com/p/making-par...

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Making parties great again, early election results, and timely links

Welcome to the latest edition of The Expand Democracy 3, written this week by Rob, with the support of Eveline and Nivea.

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Cynthia Richie Terrell @cynthiarterrell.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Wonderful lunch conversation with @mariamcfarlandsm.bsky.social CEO of @represent.us & @robrichie.bsky.social CEO of @expanddemocracy.bsky.social — we talked about strategies to build a stronger & more resilient democracy with reforms like #RankedChoiceVoting

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

FairVote CEO Meredith Sumpter joins @robrichie.bsky.social on @expanddemocracy.bsky.social's podcast, The Democracy Lab! They discuss the history of the ranked choice voting movement, their excitement for its future, & how Americans have changed govt for the better. Listen ⬇️ #RankedChoiceVoting

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Expand Democracy @expanddemocracy.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

This week’s Expand Democracy 5 is live! 🗳️ RCV and its critics 💰 Re-gerrymandering explained 💪 Expanding citizen initiatives @newamerica.org 🎬 Deliberative democracy in action 🕙 Timely links We’re taking a break in August—so don’t miss this one! 🔗 expanddem.substack.com/p/the-expand...

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The Expand Democracy 5: RCV and its critics, the root of the “re-gerrymander”, expanding citizen initiatives, deliberative democracy, and timely links

Welcome to the latest edition of The Expand Democracy 5. In August, we’ll be taking a break from new content, but we look forward to sharing grouped posts from this year’s editions that we believe are...

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Expand Democracy @expanddemocracy.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

🚨 New Expand Democracy 5 is live! 🚨 🕳️ Why conspiracy theories thrive in a two-party system 🌊 The rise of Japan’s “Japanese First” party ⚡ Michigan’s new push for RCV @rankmivote.bsky.social 🎓 College reform stacking 🕙 Timely links Check it out 👉 expanddem.substack.com/p/the-expand...

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

The Fair Representation Act @beyer.house.gov @raskin.house.gov is back in Congress to establish ranked choice voting for all U.S. Senate & U.S. House races & proportional RCV for most House races. This is the most important electoral reform proposal of our time. beyer.house.gov/news/documen...

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House Delegation Reintroduces Fair Representation Act to Reform Congressional Elections

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

I took the lead in writing The Five for @expanddemocracy.bsky.social this week. I'm particularly eager for people to share thoughts on the opening deep dive on balancing global, national and local governance.

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Expand Democracy @expanddemocracy.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

📬 The Expand Democracy 5 is out! 📬 🚀 Elon’s third party reflects issues in the two-party system 🏆 RCV and voter turnout in NYC ⚡ Preserving rights for incarcerated citizens ❌ Cancelled Miami election sparks outrage 🕓 Timely links 🔗 Read and subscribe here: expanddem.substack.com/p/the-expand...

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The Expand Democracy 5: Elon’s push for a third party, turnout and RCV in NYC, preserving voting rights for the incarcerated, cancelled Miami elections, and timely links

July 10th, 2025

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

I'm sharing this @nytimes.com times link to a strong story on "New Yorkers Embraced Ranked-Choice Voting....Here are five takeaways from New York City’s second experience with ranked choice voting" www.nytimes.com/2025/07/01/n...

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New Yorkers Embraced Ranked-Choice Voting. Mamdani’s Win Proves It.

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

See NYTimes on positive incentives in ranked choice voting elections in New York. “[RCV] shaped the competition from the beginning. It rewards a campaign style that played to Mr. Mamdani’s strengths: ever-present, on-the-street, nonstop voter engagement.” www.nytimes.com/2025/06/26/n...

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How Brad Lander Helped Push Zohran Mamdani Toward Victory

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Expand Democracy @expanddemocracy.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

📬 The Expand Democracy 5 is out now! 🏆 How RCV reshaped Zohran Mamdani’s NYC primary win ⚡ Defense of citizen-initiated ballot measures 💸 Virginia slashes voter data costs 🚧 Persistent barriers to voting in Native American communities 🕓 Timely links expanddem.substack.com/p/the-expand...

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The Expand Democracy 5: Mamdani’s win under RCV, bipartisan union for citizen-initiated ballot measures, VA cuts voter data costs, voting barriers in Native American communities, and timely links

June 26th, 2025

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

It was my turn to do the Five for ExpandDemocracy this week — check it out!

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Senator Alex Padilla @padilla.senate.gov · 12/06/2025

If that’s what they do to a United States Senator with a question, imagine what they can do to any American that dares to speak up. We will hold this administration accountable.

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Expand Democracy @expanddemocracy.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

🚨 New Expand Democracy 5 just dropped! 🚨 🧨 The psychology of political violence in America 💡 Reimagining the voter guide 📖 Creating citizens’ initiative assemblies ⚡ Allowing 17-year-olds to vote 🕓 This week’s timely links Read more and subscribe here: 👉 expanddem.substack.com/p/the-expand...

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The Expand Democracy 5: Psychological roots of political violence, reimagining the voter guide, Citizens’ Initiative Assemblies, allowing 17-year-olds to vote, and timely links

June 12th, 2025

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Big win for ranked choice voting! Congrats to Maine state legislators & groups like League of Women Voters of Maine for passing bill now going to governor to extend RCV to November elections for governor & state legislature. www.pressherald.com/2025/06/11/m...

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Maine lawmakers push to expand ranked choice voting to governor’s race

The Maine Law Court issued an advisory opinion in 2017 saying the method would violate the state Constitution, but proponents say a court decision in Alaska dismantled the court's reasoning.

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

On @wamu.org @mayorbowser.bsky.social showed shocking contempt for voters in dismissing the 73% to 27% win in 2024 for I83 & open primaries with ranked choice voting as due to "outsiders." I83 won in every precinct & by >2-to-1 in every ward. Let's support both DC statehood & democracy in DC

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Had a lot to say this week in the Expand Democracy 5. Most timely analysis could be on the impact of having ranked choice voting on IE's (independent expenditures) - RCV reduces the impact of negative attack ads & the money spent on them.

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Australia uses ranked choice voting & is in the midst of a recount of an incredibly close race where an independent "teal" might oust a Liberal Party incumbent after trailing by 11% in 1st choices. Latest recount has the margin of a single vote. www.abc.net.au/news/electio...

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Bradfield Federal Election 2025 Results

Stay updated with the latest results from Bradfield in the 2025 Australian Federal Election. Get live voting updates on ABC News.

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

I lead with my take on what's next for the ranked choice voting movement and address other timely topics. Check it out!

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Last night I attended the premiere of AJ Schneck’s strong half-hour documentary Majority Rules 101, available free to help advocacy of ranked choice voting and open primaries. I’m one of the film’s speakers explaining reforms and the trajectory of change. www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDA1...

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Majority Rules 101 (30 min cut)

YouTube video by Unite America

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Such wonderful news. Judith recently announced she will step down from her role later this year. This prize cements her legacy - although we all have so much to do toward building upon it.

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Australia: ranked choice voting is great for allowing choice & making more votes count, but winner-take-in-all in house poorly represents smaller parties. RCV in multi seat districts in its senate provides proportional representation. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Australia elections: teal independents all earn reelection. Total independent winners in double digits. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

At Athens Democracy Forum @cynthiarterrell.bsky.social & I had great time talking ranked choice voting & 21st century democracy w/“teal independent” Kate Chaney. Congrats to Kate for her reelection today in Australia. See story on what being an independent means for her. www.msn.com/en-au/news/o...

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Australia has used ranked choice voting for more than a century, with both the major conservative and liberal parties having their moments. Perhaps Trump‘s recent grumpiness about RCV relates to how his brand of politics is starting to struggle with securing majority support.

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Major effort @StevenHill1776 has posted on SSRN an in-depth review of scholarship on ranked choice voting. Spoiler alert: much of it is sub-par. Other misses the forest for the trees. papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....

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Shaky political "science" misses mark on ranked choice voting

<div> This paper is designed for policymakers, journalists, political scientists, researchers and civic leaders seeking to assess the quality and credibility o

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Lots of great content and useful links in the latest weekly Expand Democracy 5. Check it out!

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Canada election results coming tonight! Like the USA, Canada is a continental democracy, but one that structures poll hours such that nearly all polls close at 9:30 pm ET. Nice innovation! www.elections.ca/content2.asp...

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Voting hours across Canada – Elections Canada

Voting Hours Across Canada for the 2025 Election

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Australia has its next national election on May 3, using ranked choice voting as it has done for over 100 years. Fascinating to see how RCV & political organizing are increasing competition across districts & the latest overall instant runoff patterns. theconversation.com/australias-e...

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Rob Richie @robrichie.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

New York City upholds majority rule large w/ranked choice voting for its city primary elections & for general elections to fill vacancies. Staten Island voters will use RCV tomorrow in a special election in city council district 51. www.silive.com/politics/202...

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