Frequently Asked Questions
Why is election reform needed in Nevada?
What is Ranked Choice Voting?
How are political parties protected if Ranked Choice Voting is used?
You say Ranked Choice Voting is easy. Why?
FAQ
Nevada is not immune from the partisan divisions that are crippling the nation. One needs to only look at the three petitions filed in October, 2017 to recall three Democratic state senators, a move criticized by both Democratic and Republican state elected officials. Voter interest in elections is low as evidenced by voter turnout; less than...
Making choices in order of importance to us is something we do every day. What to wear, what to eat, setting daily tasks. RCV is simple and has been used in the United States since the late 1800’s. Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) also known as Instant Run-off Voting (IRV) lets us have these same types...
Political parties are private organizations. They have by-laws or constitutions and control their internal operations. To participate in the decision-making process of the party, membership is required. The U. S. Supreme Court has upheld this point. However, while they are private organizations, they hold a unique place in our electoral and governing processes....
You say Ranked Choice Voting is easy. No. It's the voters who use Ranked Choice Voting who say it is easy. In one survey: 89% of respondents in RCV cities found the RCV ballot easy to understand The strongest support for RCV came from respondents aged under 30 years (61%), with a family income under...