IRV in the News
July 12th 2006
Tuesday at the General Assembly
Associated Press

In unique fashion the AP covers a day in the North Carolina legislature, where a senate committee endorses the introduction of an instant runoff voting pilot program.

July 12th 2006
Instant Runoff Voting - A Step Towards A Healthier Democracy in California
California Progress Report

Oakland City attorney presents the case for instant runoff voting as a way to improve elections and democracy in California.

July 10th 2006
We keep on electing leaders by minority votes, but there is a solution
Portland Press Herald

Columnist Jim Brunelle calls for instant runoff voting for Maine's elections.

July 9th 2006
Break down barriers to minority parties
The Baltimore Sun

Ralph Nader advocates a variety of FairVote's reforms including instant runoff voting and proportional voting as well as an openness to third parties.

July 7th 2006
Letter: Same song, second verse
The Daily Astorian

In response to the proposed �Top Two� initiative, the author emphasizes that instant runoff voting is preferable as it saves costs, protects minority candidates and elects candidates with a stronger mandate.

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