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We're a non-partisan, grassroots organization fighting for electoral reform in Washington State. Join us! #RCVforWA #RankedChoiceVoting

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FairVote Washington@FairVoteWA
6 May 2021
So what is #RankedChoiceVoting all about? It's a simple, nonpartisan upgrade that makes elections more representative and gives voters more say. RCV benefits all voters and ensures that, no matter what your political beliefs are, your vote reflects your voice. Watch here:
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Going to No Kings or the Sound Transit 2 Line Event this Saturday? Stop by our table :) We'll be at the No Kings Protests at Seattle Center, Vancouver, and Bellingham. And you'll see us at the South Bellevue Station for the 2 Line event. Bring friends!
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FairVote@fairvote
28 May 2024
Wish you had more choices on the ballot, without fear of "spoilers?" Check out this quick explainer on #RankedChoiceVoting 👇
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Let’s put strategic voting behind us. #RankedChoiceVoting lets you mark your ballot for the candidate you love while still knowing your vote will matter if they can’t win!
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How might Washington’s democracy change in 2024? Join us next Thursday to hear from leaders in the Washington for Equitable Representation coalition about what legislation they’ve got their eyes on and why you should care about it. mobilize.us/fairvotewa/event…

RCV Roadmap: Bills, Bills, Bills · FairVote Washington

Join us for a webinar featuring guests from FairVote Washington's partner organizations who are excited to share with you what bills their teams are advancing this year! The legislature is facing a...

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The Washington VOICES Act isn’t advancing this year, but there are still some exciting democracy-related bills advancing this year! Join us next Thursday to hear from leaders in the @RepresentingWA coalition about what legislation they’re working on. mobilize.us/fairvotewa/event…

RCV Roadmap: Bills, Bills, Bills · FairVote Washington

Join us for a webinar featuring guests from FairVote Washington's partner organizations who are excited to share with you what bills their teams are advancing this year! The legislature is facing a...

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What problems are #RankedChoiceVoting and #ProportionalRepresentation are trying to solve? We've got you covered. Whether you’re concerned about polarization, poor representation, low voter turnout, or underhanded gerrymandering, RCV and PR can help!
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What are the benefits of #RankedChoiceVoting? Why do voters across the country love using it? We've got you covered!
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Together, we got this bill through an impressive hearing in the State Government & Tribal Relations Committee, and to the brink of a House floor vote.
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Thank you for taking action for our elections this legislative session. And stay tuned - we’ve got much more ahead.
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To learn more about other democracy-related legislation that lawmakers are considering this year, join us for our next RCV Roadmap next week! mobilize.us/fairvotewa/event…

RCV Roadmap: Bills, Bills, Bills · FairVote Washington

Join us for a webinar featuring guests from FairVote Washington's partner organizations who are excited to share with you what bills their teams are advancing this year! The legislature is facing a...

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Thousands of you took action for this bill. Whether you attended our Lobby Day, wrote to your legislators, or signed in “Pro” to get the bill through committee, your advocacy got noticed!
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Though the bill won't advance this year, there's a lot to be excited about.
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🌲LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Today was the deadline for the Washington VOICES Act (HB 2250) to get voted out of the Washington House of Representatives.
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🔴NEW in The Urbanist! Leaders from the @RepresentingWA coalition clear up some misinformation about the Washington VOICES Act, reminding Secretary of State Steve Hobbs why equity is a top priority for organizations supporting this bill.
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Happy Lunar New Year! 🐉🐉🐉 Join us in ranking your favorite dumpling fillings. Let’s find Washington’s top 3 favorites! app.rankedvote.co/rv/4zmkjy6…
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Have you contacted your reps for the Washington VOICES Act yet? Whether it’s because you love #RankedChoiceVoting or you want to keep our local democracies strong, you’ve got a great reason! Take action here: app.leg.wa.gov/pbc/bill/2250
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What went down across the country for #RankedChoiceVoting last year? Here’s @FairVote’s report that dives into all the highlights of 2023. fairvote.org/report/2023-a-y…
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Here’s how to contact your reps for the WA VOICES Act! 1⃣Visit the below link 2⃣Enter your address, click “Verify District,” and choose who to contact 3⃣Continue filling out your information 4⃣Select “Support” and enter your comment 5⃣Submit! Click here: app.leg.wa.gov/pbc/bill/2250

FairVote Washington@FairVoteWA
2 Feb 2024
It's time to set statewide standards for #RankedChoiceVoting in Washington State. What's the best way to do that? Passing the Washington VOICES Act!
Why pass the WA VOICES Act?

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The Opportunity: In a 2023 court case, the Washington State Supreme Court confirmed that jurisdictions in Washington can adopt ranked-choice voting (RCV) in order to comply with the Washington Voting Rights Act.

ALT The Opportunity: In a 2023 court case, the Washington State Supreme Court confirmed that jurisdictions in Washington can adopt ranked-choice voting (RCV) in order to comply with the Washington Voting Rights Act.

THE LEGISLATION: The Washington VOICES Act helps jurisdictions stay in compliance with the Washington Voting Rights Act by giving them a clear pathway to adopt RCV and to boost representation.

ALT THE LEGISLATION: The Washington VOICES Act helps jurisdictions stay in compliance with the Washington Voting Rights Act by giving them a clear pathway to adopt RCV and to boost representation.

BEST PRACTICES: Since the 2000s, there have been hundreds of successful RCV elections. Administrators have learned a lot about how best to implement RCV. The Washington VOICES Act puts that experience to work in Washington

ALT BEST PRACTICES: Since the 2000s, there have been hundreds of successful RCV elections. Administrators have learned a lot about how best to implement RCV. The Washington VOICES Act puts that experience to work in Washington
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It's time to set statewide standards for #RankedChoiceVoting in Washington State. What's the best way to do that? Passing the Washington VOICES Act!
Why pass the WA VOICES Act?

ALT Why pass the WA VOICES Act?

The Opportunity: In a 2023 court case, the Washington State Supreme Court confirmed that jurisdictions in Washington can adopt ranked-choice voting (RCV) in order to comply with the Washington Voting Rights Act.

ALT The Opportunity: In a 2023 court case, the Washington State Supreme Court confirmed that jurisdictions in Washington can adopt ranked-choice voting (RCV) in order to comply with the Washington Voting Rights Act.

THE LEGISLATION: The Washington VOICES Act helps jurisdictions stay in compliance with the Washington Voting Rights Act by giving them a clear pathway to adopt RCV and to boost representation.

ALT THE LEGISLATION: The Washington VOICES Act helps jurisdictions stay in compliance with the Washington Voting Rights Act by giving them a clear pathway to adopt RCV and to boost representation.

BEST PRACTICES: Since the 2000s, there have been hundreds of successful RCV elections. Administrators have learned a lot about how best to implement RCV. The Washington VOICES Act puts that experience to work in Washington

ALT BEST PRACTICES: Since the 2000s, there have been hundreds of successful RCV elections. Administrators have learned a lot about how best to implement RCV. The Washington VOICES Act puts that experience to work in Washington
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Are you signed up for tonight’s Legislative Update? RSVP to hear the latest on the Washington VOICES Act and how you can keep up the pressure to make this bill law. It's time to standardize #RankedChoiceVoting in Washington! mobilize.us/fairvotewa/event…

Ranked-Choice Voting Legislative Update · FairVote Washington

The Washington VOICES Act is scheduled for an "Exec Session" and Executive Vote on Wednesday, Jan 31, at 1:30pm. Join the FairVote Washington team to hear how it went, and what it means going forward.

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