Here's Where It Gets Interesting Fair Voting on the Ballot with Deb Otis
Nov 4, 2024
Deb Otis from FairVote, an organization championing election reforms, dives into the intricacies of improving U.S. elections. She discusses the transformative power of ranked choice voting and proportional representation for enhancing voter choice and reducing wasted votes. Deb argues that these methods could lead to friendlier politicians and rejuvenate civic engagement. The conversation also tackles the hurdles of implementing these reforms due to current political comfort zones and emphasizes the urgent need for better representation in government.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Reviving Democracy: Ranked Choice Voting
03:03 • 7min
Empowering Voters: The Case for Ranked Choice Voting
10:27 • 6min
Challenges of Ranked Choice Voting
16:09 • 13min
The Importance of Matching Talent in Hiring
28:49 • 2min
Redefining Voting for Better Representation
31:13 • 8min
Empowering Voter Engagement through FairVote Resources
39:34 • 2min