Push to Expand Ranked-Choice Voting Gains Momentum in Chicago
By Politics Reporter | Published 2026-02-08T15:42:34.143Z
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A coalition of Chicago-based organizations is gaining traction in its effort to bring ranked-choice voting to municipal elections. Proponents argue that the system, already in use in several cities...
A coalition of Chicago-based organizations is gaining traction in its effort to bring ranked-choice voting to municipal elections. Proponents argue that the system, already in use in several cities and states across the country, would lead to more representative outcomes and reduce the potential for spoiler candidates.
Under a ranked-choice system, voters rank candidates in order of preference rather than selecting just one. If no candidate receives a majority of first-choice votes, the candidat
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