The Center for Election Science

Its legislative session, our 2026 focus is of course advancing approval voting, supporting states voting rights act, legislation to understand the impacts voting reform has on voter participation, understanding and election outcomes. Support our work at electionscience.org/giving

What we're reading: "The only system that checks all of the boxes is Approval voting. It is the only system that makes sense in this era of distrust in our elections. It is the most reliable, robust, and practical solution available to us right now."
https://eigentaylor.github.io/blog/ditch-rcv/

Gerrymandering lets politicians choose their voters. Vote splitting lets winners emerge without a majority. Together, they dilute your voice. 📉

Approval Voting changes the math: ✅ No "spoilers" ✅ Vote for all you like ✅ Broadest support wins

It’s time to move #Forward. 🗳️✨

Support our work to advance approval voting today! You can make a secure donation at www.electionscience.org/giving your support helps us fund on the ground efforts during this busy legislative session!

What we are reading: "Break the 51% Ceiling: How Approval Voting Can Unite America" 
 https://www.thewellnews.com/opinions/break-the-51-ceiling-how-approval-voting-can-unite-america/

Voters are ready for a change! 34.4% of respondents say Approval Voting should be the standard for U.S. elections. Plus, 50% of people found that learning about it actually increased their understanding of how we can fix our broken system. Simple, fair, effective.  #FixTheVote

Nonpartisan Polls Survey Results: Electoral Systems (2028 Election)

The survey results are in! Special thanks to Nonpartisan polls for taking the lead on the Electoral Systems poll. Here is the link to the sheet with the key takeaways and crosstabs by demographic:

Portland, OR Portland Councilor, District 3 2024 2024 - STV Election Report Steve Novick won the Portland Councilor, District 3 2024 election in Portland, OR (2024) after 29 rounds with 31 candidates. Detailed STV analysis.

Oh how we love Data 🤤😍🤤
https://stv.vote/report/us/or/portland/2024/11/councilor-district-3

#stv #portland #data #electionscience

What we're reading. "Beyond MAGA, A profile of the Trump Coalition"

https://beyondmaga.us/

Congrats to the team at More in Common for completing this study.

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The philanthropic ecosystem has pushed all their chips in for RCV, leaving Approval Voting to fight without major financial backing. Many communities would benefit from a cost-effective, easy method like Approval Voting.
Help us restore balance: www.electionscience.org/giving

No mental Olympics. No strategic math. No opaque tabulations.  Just a simple yes or no. 🗳️

With Approval Voting, you don’t have to choose the "lesser of two evils." If you like a candidate, give them a vote. It’s that simple.

We have approval voting in St. Louis city municipal elections. You vote for as many candidates you would like to in the primary and then the top two vote getters go to the general.

The Center for Election Science hosted an educational masterclass to discuss effective advocacy strategies, covering misconceptions about lobbying, the legis... How to Speak to Your Legislator feat Pinnacle Strategies.

As we kick off legislative session here is a refresher of our virtual event "How to Speak with your Legislator" Voices of the voter will be critical this year as many communities take on redistricting, voter suppression and voting rights. 

What we're reading; "The “Henry County Test”: What Happens When an Independent Watchdog Actually Bites?"
https://electionbyjury.substack.com/p/the-henry-county-test-what-happens

#elections #politics #law

The status quo won’t change itself. As a nonpartisan nonprofit, we rely on your support to challenge the system and fight for fairer elections. Help us keep the momentum going in 2026!
electionscience.org/giving

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2026 is off to an incredible start! Our focus this year is clear: helping more jurisdictions implement #ApprovalVoting to give voters more voice and more choice. We’re building in public this year, so stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes looks at our advocacy in action

Transparency isn’t just about the numbers; it’s about the foundation of our democracy. When the election process is open and verifiable, it builds public trust, prevents disinformation from taking root, and ensures every voter knows their voice was heard.

Take action: Stay informed: Follow local and national bills that simplify ballots and remove the "spoiler effect" in our elections. Talk with elected officials and your community about why being able to vote for any candidate you approve of leads to better consensus.

New Survey: Electoral Systems Comparison 📊
We’re looking for participants to weigh in on how we vote. ✅ Compare 3 different systems ✅ Test 2028 hypothetical matchups ✅ Takes only 5-10 minutes

Shape the future of election research: https://tinyurl.com/4846af6d

#Politics

As we kick off legislative session.. Just a reminder to defend voter choice and support Approval Voting this year! Our democracy works best when voters can support every candidate they actually like—without being forced to choose between a "strategic" vote and an honest one.

The Center for Election Science The Center for Election Science is a national, nonpartisan leader in approval voting, election analysis and voting method research. Approval Voting is an alternative voting method that allows voters t...

Learn more about approval voting at www.electionscience.org
learn more about Star Voting at equal.vote and Consensus Choice at www.betterchoices.vote

#VotingReform #ApprovalVoting #RCV #CommunityFirst #ElectionScience #VOTE

The Center for Election Science The Center for Election Science is a national, nonpartisan leader in approval voting, election analysis and voting method research. Approval Voting is an alternative voting method that allows voters t...

Don't settle for the "default" just because it’s famous. Explore the options, compare the simplicity, and choose the system that gives your voters the most power.

The Center for Election Science The Center for Election Science is a national, nonpartisan leader in approval voting, election analysis and voting method research. Approval Voting is an alternative voting method that allows voters t...

When it comes to voting reform, one size doesn't fit all.
While media buzz and name recognition often put the spotlight on Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), every community has unique needs. It’s vital to review all available methods—like Approval Voting—to find what truly works for your local goals.

As a small nonprofit fighting to put power back in the voters' hands, we have to be strategic with every initiative to ensure we have the financial engine to win. We’re thrilled to be heading back to Maryland for our 3rd year! 🦀🗳️ Help us: electionscience.org/giving
#ApprovalVoting

Legislative sessions move fast, and we need to be ready! 🏛️⚖️
Help @ElectionScience staff up to ensure expert voices are in the room advocating for better, fairer elections. Your donation directly powers the push for #ApprovalVoting.
electionscience.org/giving

Approval voting is a game-changer for elections! 
1️⃣ Ends the Spoiler Effect: Vote for your honest favorite without fear of "wasted votes" or helping your least favorite win. 2️⃣ Boosts Consensus: Winners need broad appeal and the widest community support.

It’s time to bring smarter elections to our local communities!  Approval voting simplifies the ballot and ensures winners have broad support. Ready to lead the charge? Contact comms@electionscience.org for training materials and a strategy map to make it happen! 🚀
 #LocalAction

Filing for office is about more than just a name on a ballot, it’s about offering voters real choice. As the '26 filing season kicks off, candidates should consider adding Approval Voting to their platform a simple, cost-effective way to give power back to voters.

What we're reading "Fear of Vote Splitting"  "This fear of vote splitting is not theoretical — it shapes how voters behave, which candidates run, and why many voters go looking for alternatives to Plurality Voting in the first place."
https://tinyurl.com/4rwd9x7h