In the News
January 22nd 2008
Political game on road to President XLIV far from super
Daily Herald

Illinois columnist indicates the potential spoiler dynamic in presidential primary elections and how instant runoff voting could solve this problem.

January 4th 2008
We need instant runoff voting
Burlington Times-Argus

Letter to the editor advocating for the use of instant runoff voting for Vermont's U.S. House races.

December 21st 2007
Electoral Lessons From Australia
The Washington Post

Rob Richie's letter to the editor, highlighting benefits of Australia's instant runoff voting system, including greater voter choice and competitive elections.

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Contacts                                        
  • FairVote Vancouver: In 1999, reformers backed a sucessful initative on IRV in Vancouver, Washington.

Legislation and Litigation
  • HB 1447 has passed! Establishes a pilot program for IRV use in the election of non-partisan offices in Clark County. Passed the Legislature on April 13th with a 63-34 vote in the House and a 38-9 vote in the Senate; signed by the governor on April 23.
  • Washington state initiative for IRV launched: Instant Runoff Washington has formed to collect signatures in 2004 for action in 2005.