Explain It to Me Could ranked choice voting fix our elections?
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Nov 20, 2024 
Dylan Matthews, a senior correspondent at Vox, dives into the intriguing world of ranked choice voting. He explores how this system could reshape elections by allowing voters to rank their preferences rather than choosing just one candidate. The conversation touches on its potential to reduce political polarization and enhance representation. Dylan also shares quirky insights from Hollywood voting mishaps and the pressing question: why hasn’t ranked choice voting gained wider traction? It's a mix of political critique and entertaining anecdotes!
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Richmond's Ranked Choice Voting Attempt
- William, the listener, was excited about ranked-choice voting in Richmond.
- However, the city council rejected it due to concerns about voter confusion and skepticism from historically disenfranchised communities.
Dylan Matthews' Introduction and 2000 Election
- Jonquilyn Hill introduces Dylan Matthews, a senior correspondent at Vox, to discuss ranked-choice voting.
- Matthews recalls learning about it after the 2000 Bush v. Gore election, where Ralph Nader's votes exceeded Bush's margin of victory.
Ranked Choice Voting Explained
- In ranked-choice voting, voters rank candidates in order of preference.
- If no candidate receives a majority, the lowest-ranked candidate is eliminated, and their votes are redistributed based on the voters' second choices.