I have a Google alert set up for RCV, and the number of weird propaganda editorials that pop up with some kind of weird argument for why RCV is a terrible thing, is a really icky look into how much the ruling classes hate RCV, and how they try to manipulate public opinion about it.
Much of the funding driving the marquee ballot questions is coming from large, out-of-state groups — many of whom do not disclose their donors — that are working to advance these policies via ballot measures in multiple states and are fueling high-dollar TV ad blitzes.
I do take some pleasure in the fact that they can’t even pretend that abortion and RCV aren’t good ideas, in any way that they think even American voters will be convinced by. I think that means we’re making progress.
I have a Google alert set up for RCV, and the number of weird propaganda editorials that pop up with some kind of weird argument for why RCV is a terrible thing, is a really icky look into how much the ruling classes hate RCV, and how they try to manipulate public opinion about it.
https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/millions-pour-into-groups-supporting-abortion-ranked-choice-voting-ballot-questions
I do take some pleasure in the fact that they can’t even pretend that abortion and RCV aren’t good ideas, in any way that they think even American voters will be convinced by. I think that means we’re making progress.
Ah shit they cut off Ross Perot smashing his hat in disbelief. :(
The depressing thing is, that’s completely true. That’s why RCV is important.
It’s not a cure-all but it’s a hell of lot better than FPTP.
The Simpsons, back when it was actually good, predicted so many things so accurately. It’s pretty crazy.