Dear John, A New York Times / Siena College poll finds that 76 percent of voters believe American democracy is currently under threat. 62 percent of respondents believe the political incentives in the country are mostly working to benefit politicians and elites, rather than the common good. This Election Day, voters in four states and three cities will have the chance to improve their elections by adopting ranked choice voting (RCV). Any of the four states considering RCV – Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, or Oregon – would become the most populous state with the reform. Speaking to Axios, FairVote CEO Meredith Sumpter noted "it is no surprise that this push for reform is coming at a time when the vast majority of Americans don't believe that democracy is working for them.” “Frustrations [with government] have left 58 percent of voters believing that the nation’s financial and political systems need major changes or a complete overhaul.” – New York Times article Would you consider a donation to FairVote today? A donation enables our research and advocacy work to fuel RCV across the nation, moving us toward an America where voting means ranking. $25, 50, or $100 will go a long way toward improving our politics and making government work for all of us, because much of the work for better elections and better government will start, not end, this Election Day. Onward to Tuesday! Sincerely,
Marissa Miller
Director of Development As a reminder, you can check your voter registration information at Vote.org. FairVote believes that every eligible voter should be able to vote safely and without intimidation, and have their voice heard.
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