Support grows for ranked-choice voting in municipal, school board elections
- West Windsor Democrats
- Apr 18, 2024
- 1 min read
Published in the New Jersey Monitor
BY: SOPHIE NIETO-MUNOZ - APRIL 18, 2024
As the fight over the county line unfolds, some lawmakers say now is the time to bring ranked-choice voting to local elections in New Jersey.
Supporters say ranked-choice voting makes voters more enthusiastic about casting ballots. They say it encourages candidates to appeal to a broader swath of the electorate — making campaigns less negative — and allows voters to support minor or protest candidates without feeling like they’re throwing their vote away.
Read the full story at: https://newjerseymonitor.com/2024/04/18/support-grows-for-ranked-choice-voting-in-municipal-school-board-elections/
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