Better Ballot Bulletin: February 1, 2024

Here you will find important updates in the world of instant runoff voting and events to attend that help spread the word of IRV/RCV in SC.

How can I help?

Attend an organizing meeting: Held on the 4th Tuesday of the month, these meetings are how we come together and push the movement forward. They're hybrid!

Postcards: We'll be hand delivering postcards from constituents. Do you want your legislator to know you support IRV or have a group of friends who would like to submit them? Great! Let us know and we'll send them to you.

Great events to get plugged in!

Statewide Strategy Call: Feb 25, 6:30pm. Our monthly meeting are the 4th Tuesday of the month! Join us to recap the month and discuss the future, locally. Join us in Columbia, Charleston, or virtually. Everyone will meet on the call and have a quick recap of what the state of the movement in South Carolina is and then we'll break into local groups.

Phonebanking with BBSC: February 17, 5pm. We're calling supporters to let them know about our upcoming organizing meeting. The more people we have out, the more impactful our statement is!

Letter to the Editor Training: Feb 3, 8pm. Join other IRV enthusiasts in crafting letters for your local newsletters. Best practices and strategies will be discussed. All questions answered. By dedicating focused time to writing LTEs on a regular basis, you can help boost the IRV signal in your community and across the country.

IRV Pitch Training: Thursdays at 8pm. Learn how to pitch Instant Runoff Voting when canvassing on the street or at an event from a Rank the Vote National Organizer! We'll talk about best practices, and have opportunities for you to practice in a friendly environment. All questions welcome.

(https://fairvote.org/report/exit-surveys-report-2025/)

Plus:

 

Improve S.C. politics, S.C.'s bad planning | Letters: Post and Courier

The Legislature is Back. Get Ready with Us: SC ACLU

 

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These DC Food Activists Were Behind the Ranked-Choice-Voting Initiative: Washingtonian

Commentary: How Fear of Being ‘Primaried’ Is Breaking Senate’s Constitutional Role: Real Clear Politics

Ranking even more candidates might soon be possible in Arlington elections: ARL Now

Miss the Ranked Choice Voting Day Celebration? You can watch it here.

IRV can be used for less serious (debatable 🤣) choice. Check out the NFL, Oscars, and snow plows.

Alaska ranked choice repealers face more fines for campaign finance violations: Alaska Beacon

H.3589 Municipal Option Bill

This bill will give municipalities the option of using instant runoff voting in elections. Last session we got a hearing, this year we want to go even further, but we need your help.

We are looking for:

Cosponsors

We are actively looking for cosponsors for this municipal option bill. The best way to do this is to sit down with legislatures and have a conversation with them about the benefits of IRV. We know that talking to our legislators can be intimidating. If you would like to meet with your elected officials or have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]. We can provide support and guidance.

 

Speaking Opportunities

When people hear about instant runoff voting, they like it. If you are a part of a group that hosts speakers, please consider a Better Ballot SC speaker. We'd love to spread the word among your network.

Business Support

The South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce has joined our coalition in support of instant runoff voting/ranked choice voting. They are actively looking for businesses to sign on and show their support. If you are a business owner or know one, please sign the petition.

Are you looking for a flyer to hang up at your local community board? Or maybe something to handout to people? Check out our Printables!

We have an easy way to get involved! Sign our petition! Show your support of instant runoff voting by signing and sharing. Remember to share it to your social media!

If you like what you've read here and would like us to continue our efforts, please donate. We're building momentum here in South Carolina. Help us continue to educate our fellow South Carolinians. Consider making a monthly contribution. It helps us to better strategize our long term goals.

 

Thank you for reading,

Nicole Sanchez,

President, Better Ballot SC

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