Podcasts about ranked choice voting

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

Danica Roem  joins our host Brian Karem to discuss Virginia's redistricting, the impact of court decisions, and the broader implications for democracy and upcoming elections. She emphasizes the importance of voter turnout, strategic campaigning, and the need for electoral reforms like ranked choice voting.   Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcast Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.social Intragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcast Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVw This Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here: https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcast Purchase Brian's book "Free The Press"    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

D.C.'s June Primary is June 16th  and this year, voting works differently. For the first time, D.C. is using Ranked Choice Voting, which means you can rank up to five candidates in order of preference instead of picking just one. For this sponsored episode, Senior Executive Producer Annie Rees is chatting with Gary Thompson, Chair of D.C.'s Board of Elections, to explain exactly how it works, bust the myth that ranking more than one candidate splits your vote, and walk you through what your ballot will actually look like. In other words, everything you need to know before you head to the polls or fill out your mail-inballot. Learn more from the sponsor of this episode at dcboe.org/rcv.

California's Top Two Primary, also known as a Jungle Primary, was approved by voters as Proposition 14 in 2010. Prop. 14 was promoted by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lt. Governor Abel Maldonado and endorsed by most major newspapers as a way to lessen partisanship and reduce gridlock by encouraging compromise. (We'll leave it to readers to decide if it has had the desired effect.) official opposition to Top Two was wide, if not deep: All of the state's registered political parties, from GOP to Greens, were opposed, as were organizations as diverse as the California State Firefighters, the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association and the United Nurses Associations. The Amendment passed by 8 points. Sixteen years later, California voters are beginning to sour on Top Two. Fears of a GOP - or Democratic - lockout in this year's race for governor have led many to call for a change. Recent polling by Capitol Weekly found the 79% of respondents wanted to revise or repeal the jungle primary.  Longtime Democratic consultant Steve Maviglio has heeded that call, filing a ballot initiative proposing to repeal Prop. 14. Maviglio is no newcomer to this fight - he led the opposition to the 2010 amendment. He joins us today to talk about the race for governor, the legacy of the Top Two and why it needs to change. :34 Op-eds 5:21 Polling on Top Two 7:32 Steve Maviglio 10:10 A problem for smaller parties 10:58 Could Republicans be shut out in November? 12:27 Top Two has not worked as advertised 13:43 Other options? Ranked Choice Voting? 14:28 The opposition: Steve Peace and the Independent Voter Project 17:29 Paid influencers 21:18 Will this campaign be relevant in 2028? 25:37 What about nonpartisan elections? 30:04 Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics?   Want to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/ Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang  "#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for May 19, 2026Amidst Caustic Anti-Democracy Bills Nationwide, Maryland Passes Positive Election Reforms, Including Its First Ranked Choice Voting RulesOvershadowed by the stream of caustic gerrymandering and voter suppression bills nationwide, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed several pro-voter election bills May 12th.  One bill includes the state's first administrative rules for municipalities using ranked choice voting, and protections from election AI deepfakes.Some podcasting platforms strip out our links.  To read our resources and see the whole script of today's report, please go to our website at https://AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgToday's LinksArticles & Resources:WYPR Public Radio - Slate of Maryland election reform bills set to go into law before November midtermsFairVote - Maryland passes first state law including ranked choice voting Maryland General Assembly - Election Law - Petitions and Ballot Questions - Contents, Plain Language Requirement, and Procedures Maryland General Assembly - SB 8 Criminal Law - Identity Fraud - Artificial Intelligence and Deepfake Representations Maryland General Assembly -  SB 141 Election Law - Election Misinformation, Election Disinformation, and Deepfakes Maryland General Assembly -  SB 848 Municipal Elections - Reporting of Information to the State Board of Elections - RequirementsRelated ADM Reports:American Democracy Minute - Voters Find Ranked Choice Voting Gives Them More Options, Eliminates Runoffs and is Easy to Use.  So Why Have 17 States Banned It?Groups Taking Action:FairVote, Common Cause MD, Ranked Choice Voting MarylandRegister or Check Your Voter Registration:U.S. Election Assistance Commission – How to Register And Vote in Your State Find all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgSubscribe for FREE at Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most podcasting platforms.#NewsAlerts #AmericanDemocracy #Maryland #GovWesMoore #ProVoter #DemocracyReform

Election reform, AI, broken relationships, and political dysfunction collide in this powerful conversation on power, healing, money, and Americas future.

This Day in Maine for Friday, May 8th, 2026.

Episode: 2591 Instant runoff voting and the Academy Awards.  Today, what's best?

City Cast's Emma Uber and the 51st's Martin Austermuhle are here talking about the state of the DC election campaign, who's up, who's down, and whether ranked choice voting is going to confound everyone; the stats and politics of crime; the worst possible take on the WHCD gunman incident; and, in a members-only fourth segment: The dastardly scheme to return Arlington and Alexandria to the District.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month.  Learn more about the sponsors of this May 1st episode: Capitol Hill Restoration Society Nace Law Group LIV Golf TodayTix Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

On this week's Tipping Point conversation Paul and Wally discussed the defeat of ranked choice voting at Albuquerque City Council the evening before and the role RGF played in the victory. Recently we discussed the fact that Javier Martinez is planning to push single payer health care, not surprisingly he's working with Deb Haaland to push it as well.

This Day in Maine for Monday, April 6, 2026.

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet—your smartest hour of talk radio in Cumberland County and beyond. On today's episode, we're taking a fresh look at North Carolina politics with a unique guest who's tackled challenges from the NFL gridiron to the trenches of American elections: Lennie Friedman, Vice Chair of the North Carolina Forward Party.Joining Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler in the studio, Lennie Friedman shares his journey from Duke Blue Devil to NFL veteran, and now to political reformer aiming to break through partisan gridlock. The conversation dives deep into the Forward Party's mission for bipartisan cooperation, grassroots momentum, and election reform—especially ranked choice voting and open primaries.Expect lively discussion about whether a third party can actually thrive in North Carolina, how Forward-aligned candidates work across party lines, and what real reform looks like at both the local and state level. If you're questioning whether political frustration translates into change or worried about "throwing away your vote" in a crowded field, this episode is for you.Tune in as we unpack the mechanics of ranked choice voting, ballot access hurdles, and the realities of instant runoffs—all with insights from those living it every day. It's a candid, informative, and sometimes humorous conversation that pulls back the curtain on grassroots politics and the push for a more collaborative future in North Carolina.

Dateline New Haven: Ranked-Choice Voting by WNHH Community Radio

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea reports on Albany's consideration of adopting Ranked Choice Voting. Then, we speak with Taina Suarez of In Our Own Voices about the Wealth is Wellness workshop. Later on, Alisha Washington profiles Flutters Of Hope Inc., a non-profit organization that supports and advocates for individuals combating and recovering from an eating disorder. After that, Greg Creft interviews comedian and filmmaker Shawn Barnes Finally, Thom Francis shares a poetry reading by Shelby Hafener that took place at the Fish Market last year. Co-hosts: Sephora Quinones and Sina Basila Hickey (engineer)

In Ranked Choice Voting, voters rank candidates in order of their preference. If no one receives a majority on the first round, the lowest ranked candidate is eliminated and the second choices of their voters are then distributed. The process continues until someone has a majority. RCV Albany is working to put such a system on the ballot in Albany, either through a vote of the City Council or by petition. Dorian Solot discusses the effort with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Albuquerque City Council considering a big tax hike. Act now to stop it! Also, a plan to institute "ranked choice voting" is making its way through Council. MLG signs medical malpractice bill. Worth noting is the fact that SHE and legislative Democrats created the problem in the first place. New Mexico is now sitting on $70 billion in its permanent fund. Paul will be speaking at an Americans For Prosperity event about the recent legislative session alongside Sen. Jay Block.  Paul and Wally discuss the impact of Iran War on NM economy/oil and gas.

This Day in Maine for Monday, March 9, 2026.

In Episode 297 of the All About Nothing podcast, Barrett Gruber and Zac King sit down with Chad Peace, legal advisor for the Independent Voter Project. As we navigate the political complexities of 2026, the guys explore a startling reality: independent voters are the largest voting bloc in America, yet they are systematically locked out of the process.Chad breaks down the "Primary Problem," explaining how closed primaries create barriers to true representation and fuel the hyper-polarization we see today. The conversation dives into actionable election reforms, including the push for nonpartisan primaries and Ranked Choice Voting (RCV). Whether you're a lifelong independent or a disillusioned partisan, this episode offers a roadmap for a more inclusive democracy that prioritizes individual citizens over political parties.Key Topics: #IndependentVoterProject #ElectionReform #RankedChoiceVoting #VotingRights #ChadPeace #NonpartisanPrimaries #BarrettGruber #ZachKing #AllAboutNothingPodcastIndependent Voter NewsYouTube | Independent Voter ProjectIndependent Voter Project | Defend Your Nonpartisan Right to VoteZac King | LinktreeBarrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.Mentioned in this episode:ZJZ Designs - St Patrick's Day ShirtsZJZ DesignsBIG Media Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC

Marc Cox kicks off Hour 1 with updates on heavy rainfall and flooding in St. Louis, then breaks down Tim Walz's congressional hearing where Nancy Mace sharply criticized his handling of autism funding. He moves into a detailed critique of ranked choice voting, highlighting runoff chaos in Texas, potential threats to Missouri elections, and how voter dilution empowers weak leadership. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” exploring wealth, opportunity, and the American Dream, emphasizing hard work, rejecting a victim mentality, and redefining what it means to be rich in life. Hashtags: #StLouisFloods #TimWalz #NancyMace #RankedChoiceVoting #TexasRunoff #MissouriPolitics #KimOnAWhim #AmericanDream #Wealth #Opportunity

Ranking candidates 1-2-3 instead of picking just one is known as ranked choice voting.Some local municipalities in Ohio are considering using the voting method, although none currently do.A bill to ban ranked choice voting pre-emptively just passed the Ohio House and heads to the Ohio Senate.Universities not complying with an anti-DEI law could lose funding under a Republican bill meant to ensure compliance. The same loss of funding threat goes for school districts who sue the state.We compost food, so why not human bodies? A new bill would allow that option.In lighter news, Gov. Mike DeWine was asked his thoughts on the new Ohio-based reality show, “Love is Blind.”We're talking about all of these topics on this week's reporter roundtable.Guests:Andrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioHaley BeMiller, political reporter, Columbus DispatchMegan Henry, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.(Photo: Joe Shlabotnik / Flickr)

Ranking candidates 1-2-3 instead of picking just one is known as ranked choice voting.Some local municipalities in Ohio are considering using the voting method, although none currently do.A bill to ban ranked choice voting pre-emptively just passed the Ohio House and heads to the Ohio Senate.Universities not complying with an anti-DEI law could lose funding under a Republican bill meant to ensure compliance. The same loss of funding threat goes for school districts who sue the state.We compost food, so why not human bodies? A new bill would allow that option.In lighter news, Gov. Mike DeWine was asked his thoughts on the new Ohio-based reality show, “Love is Blind.”We're talking about all of these topics on this week's reporter roundtable.Guests:Andrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioHaley BeMiller, political reporter, Columbus DispatchMegan Henry, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.(Photo: Joe Shlabotnik / Flickr)

On Cincinnati Edition's weekly news review, local journalists join us to talk about the big stories from recent days.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals start things off by breaking down President Trump’s State of the Union. What were the big takeaways from the speech? Next, the Rascals discuss […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals start things off by breaking down President Trump’s State of the Union. What were the big takeaways from the speech? Next, the Rascals discuss […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals start things off by breaking down President Trump’s State of the Union. What were the big takeaways from the speech? Next, the Rascals discuss […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals start things off by breaking down President Trump’s State of the Union. What were the big takeaways from the speech? Next, the Rascals discuss […]

0000019c-6bc5-d988-a9bc-6ffde46a0000https://www.wvik.org/podcast/good-morning-from-wvik-news/2026-02-17/illinois-municipalities-consider-ranked-choice-votingRenata SagoIllinois Municipalities Consider Ranked Choice Voting

Host Will Rogers and Guest Samuel Vaughan discuss masculinity, post-christianity, Capitalism, Marxism, nonprofits, Ranked Choice Voting, and more, premiering a season of loose discussion-style podcast episodes, our way of going where it’s flowing. Music by Jon Watts. Oregano Shirt

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On Monday's "DeRush-Hour" - did Ranked Choice Voting in Minneapolis really work? Find out why Blois Olson says the math doesn't think so. Plus - former House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler had to sue a business partner for embezzling funds. He joins Jason with the story.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea talks with Danny Boudreau, the co-chair of the Ranked Choice Voting campaign on rank choice voting in Albany. Then, Sean Bernyk speaks with University at Albany's Prof. David Hochfelder on about the 98 acres of land that were seized and demolished by the government in 1962. Later on Meg Kelly talks with John Garver on the impact of road salt on local rivers and creeks. After that, we hear from Darian, a sociology student at UAlbany and an international student from the autonomous region of Inner Mongolia in China as part of the Everybody Moves series. Finally, Benno Green speaks with singer-songwriter Girl Blue about her musical influences and her debut album “Forever For Awhile.”

Some Albany residents want to bring Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) to the City, just as NYC has done for primary elections. In RCV, voters rank candidates in order of preference. To win, a candidate needs 50% plus 1. If no candidate has a majority on the first round, the lowest ranked candidate is eliminated and their voters second choice is counted. This process continues until someone wins. Danny Boudreau, co-chair of the local campaign, discusses RCV with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

The Republican Party of Alaska is back with their second attempt to repeal Alaska's Ranked Choice Voting law. But this time they came with a dump truck to carry all of their bullshit. 

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlean speaks with Prof. Peter LaVania, co-chair of the NYS Green Party about a Ranked Choice Voting and Proportional Representation presentation at Albany Public Library this Saturday Nov 8. Then, Willie Terry, Roaming* Labor Correspondent covers the “No Kings Protest” held October 18. Later on, H Bosh Jr sat down with Tatiana Cunningham to talk about the upcoming CNYS black expo. After that, Sean Bernyk discusses the Underground Railroad Education Center and its elements with co- founder Paul Stewart. Finally, Marsha Lazarus sits with EP on seeking CLEMENCY for individuals in NYS prisons, who have already served long sentences as part 4 of Avoiding Drinking the Kool Aid! How do we do that?! series. Hosts:A'Livija Mullins-Richard and Caelan McPherson Engineer:Caelan McPherson

The Albany Green Party, working in coalition with RCV Albany and Unite NY, is hosting a presentation on Ranked Choice Voting and Proportional Representation on Saturday Nov. 8 at 2 PM at the main Albany Public Library on Washington Ave. PR-RCV is a simple method used around the world, including in the United States in the cities of Cambridge, MA, Portland (Maine and Oregon), and Minneapolis, and historically in NYC, to elect candidates to a legislature based on the proportion of votes they receive in the general election. Prof. Peter LaVania, co-chair of the NYS Green Party, talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

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The very Republican and business-like history of American ranked choice voting and single transferable votes, first used in a major city in the 1920's may surprise some who (may) think it's a new idea. Initially created to make a Good Government Charter system work, it was used in Cincinnati for 20 years, and was part of a set of changes that lives on today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve hosts Lisa Posthumus Lyons, Clerk and Register of Deeds for Kent County, Michigan, speaking on behalf of Michigan's county clerks' historic and unanimous stand against ranked-choice voting (RCV). Lyons explains the clerks' concerns: from voter confusion and longer result times to audit complexities and ballot fatigue in a state already carrying heavy election burdens. They dive into why this matters for everyday voters, how election administration impacts trust in results, and what Michigan's future could look like if the changes go through.

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For years, a small but vociferous online community of ranked choice voting truthers have held firm to the belief that there's a way to game the system. Some say if we rank our ballots, not according to our preference, but in a way that communicates the correct password to the ancient aliens who run our elections, we can gain an advantage for our desired candidates. On today's episode I challenge my guests, Todd Schuman and Josh Martin, to reveal the secrets of RCV. Unfortunately, Todd and Josh are gatekeepers who never stop insisting those secrets don't exist. They say we should rank our ballots in a straightforward way, according to our candidate preference.Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

Ranked Choice Voting — where voters can rank their candidates in order of preference - has been gaining steam in parts of the country. But in Michigan? Though some local communities have voted to have it, the state's constitution is in the way. That could be changed through the ballot box - if RankMiVote is successful. The goal would be to give voters more choice, and have elections that more accurately reflect what voters want. Pat Zabawa, the Executive Director of RankMiVote, stops by to talk about why the time is now for Michigan to move to Ranked Choice Voting, or RCV, and the benefits. More info: https://rankmivote.org/ Feedback as always - dailydetroit -at- gmail -dot- com or leave a voicemail 313-789-3211. Follow Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942  Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/  

Meredith Sumpter joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about her career and her role as President and CEO of FairVote, a nonpartisan organization working for better election systems.

In this compelling episode of the Must Read Alaska Show, host Ben Carpenter sits down with Phil Izon, the driving force behind the effort to repeal ranked choice voting (RCV) in Alaska during the 2024 election. Izon recounts the intensive grassroots campaign that gathered far more than the required signatures across 33 of Alaska's 40 House districts, relying entirely on volunteers and innovative technology—without the use of paid signature gathering firms. He details the legal challenges that followed, including aggressive lawsuits led by political operatives that accused him and his campaign of fraud. These efforts resulted in significant financial and emotional strain, including six hours of deposition and substantial legal fees, although Izon ultimately prevailed in both Superior and Supreme Court decisions. The conversation exposes the intense opposition Izon faced from well-funded, out-of-state interests allegedly aligned with maintaining RCV, and highlights what he describes as political lawfare—legal intimidation designed to suppress citizen-led reform. Izon also critiques the lack of support from Alaska's Republican Party leadership and state officials, despite acknowledgment from national conservative circles. With $15 million spent to defend RCV and millions more invested in promoting it nationwide, Izon raises critical questions about who benefits from Alaska's election system and why. He closes by cautioning the new "Repeal Now" effort and emphasizing the importance of strategic collaboration, insider knowledge, and persistence in future repeal attempts. This episode offers a rare insider's view into the mechanics of election reform efforts, the high stakes of ballot initiatives, and the personal toll such battles can exact.

Ranked Choice Voting, or RCV, the process by which voters rank candidates by preference, has been in and out of the news for the last several years, as advocates and critics on both sides of the political aisle debate the merits and pitfalls of a system that many on the left – and increasingly some […]

In this episode of the Must Read Alaska Show, host Ben Carpenter sits down with Lynn McCabe and Mikaela Emswiler, of the Repeal Now initiative, to explore the close, contentious fight to roll back ranked choice voting in Alaska. Together, they share firsthand accounts of signature-gathering on the ground, the fierce lawfare tactics deployed by outside interests, and the surprising challenges volunteers face—from strict chain-of-custody rules to ensuring every signer's information matches the voter database. Lynn recounts the overwhelming public frustration with ranked choice voting and how just 743 votes decided Alaska's fate last November. Michaela lays out why she sees RCV as a threat to election integrity, empowering dark-money groups and confusing everyday voters. You'll learn: Why 34,000 valid signatures (across 30 of 40 legislative districts) are needed by January 20, 2026 How to sign correctly—using the exact name on your voter registration and providing a valid voter ID number What pitfalls to avoid—never sharing a petition “book,” keeping it under lock and key, and notarizing when possible Where to get involved—volunteer opportunities, signature-gathering locations, and digital action If you're ready to make your voice heard, visit RepealNowAK.com, email repealnowalaska@gmail.com, or follow Repeal Now AK on Facebook and X. Every signature counts—help bring transparency back to Alaska's elections.

Right before the full results of New York City's ranked choice voting in the mayoral primary is released, Steven Romalewski, director of CUNY Mapping Service in the Center for Urban Research at The Graduate Center, CUNY, talks about his predictions based on the first choice data.

We look at how ranked-choice voting works and what it could mean for New Yorkers heading to the polls in the primaries for local elections this Tuesday, with early voting already underway.

We look at how ranked-choice voting works and what it could mean for New Yorkers heading to the polls in the primaries for local elections this Tuesday, with early voting already underway.

Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/30/25 - Rank Choice Voting in NYC, Zion Williamson Accusations, Gurus at Work, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebrointhemorning.com To be a part of Freedom Friday email info@ebrointhemorning.com 12:42.9673142:301:09:14.938See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.