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.
IRV for fun!
Today we continue our newest series about the ways that instant runoff/ranked choice voting has been used for choices that are different than official government elections. Prepare yourself for a wide range of stories that span many interests, because at it's core, instant runoff voting is just a good way to determine who the majority supports. The world is abuzz with the results from the Oscars - and so are we.
Did you know that the Academy Award's Best picture category is chosen using ranked choice/instant runoff voting??? It is!
There are soooo many great movies out there and that means it's a crowded field. Since instant runoff voting is a great way to find a majority in a crowded field it's an easy win. The Academy Awards agrees! Check out this video from FairVote and Mary Arndt to see how it works!
Do you have a fun way that you've used instant runoff voting in your life? Let us know by emailing us.
Great events to get plugged in!
No Kings Day: March 28. This is a great opportunity to spread the word to politically active people. Join fellow supporters in showing future supporters how they can have greater voice in how our government functions.
Plus! Better Ballot SC is hosting candidate speeches on the South grounds of the Statehouse. Volunteer to help coordinate and to make this informative and energizing civic experience a reality.
Intro to IRV/RCV: March 18, 7pm. Whether you're new to the instant runoff voting movement or you've been around since the beginning, join us to pick up new knowledge. Plus, you can learn the basics of outreach including best practices for the elevator pitch, social media interactions, and letter to the editors.
Statewide Strategy Call: March 24, 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.
Tabling at Second Chance Day: April 15, 9:30am. We'll be registering voters and talking to them about how their votes could be more impactful.
Letter to the Editor Training: every 1st Monday of the month, 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.
Social Media!
Do you follow us on your favorite platform? Please do! And remember to like, comment, and share. Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, Blue Sky, TikTok, and YouTube.
Are you interested in contributing to our social media presence? We'd love to hear from you! Funny or poignant memes? Let's see 'em! Something graphics-focused on a relevant news item? Send 'em our way! Let's get creative! This easy to use form has everything you need.
Join our finance committee!
Better Ballot SC is expanding our finance committee! Join us to discuss ways to fund BBSC so that we can continue the good work to improve the way that our state votes. We are an all volunteer organization, but we still have bills. Experience writing grants a bonus, but no experience is required. Just send us an email with your interest.
Plus: Spencer Overton on proportional representation with Cliff Albright: LinkedIn
Can the president nationalize elections? FairVote
Behind the Curtain of America's Big Lie: Axios
Texas Senate House Races Headed to Costly may Runoff Elections: FairVote
With seminars and sample ballots, D.C. is teaching residents about ranked choice voting: The 51st
Andrew Yang on AI,Democracy, and the Hudson Valley Ideas Festival: Chronogram
Ranking Limit Recommendations for Multi-winner ranked choice voting: FairVote
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.
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.
Municipal Resolutions
Municipalities are directly impacted by our bill, which would give towns and cities the option of using instant runoff voting. We want to show the legislature that this is something that they want. Municipalities can do this by passing resolutions in support of IRV. To learn how, please fill out this interest form.
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.
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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