UpVoteVA Alexandria

City of Alexandria's @UpVoteVA Local Action Group. We are a non-partisan democracy reform org, currently focusing on ranked choice voting in Virginia. Join us!

[FairVote @fairvote]

What did Washington, DC voters say about their experience with ranked choice voting? Watch our collab with @RanktheDistrict!

➡️"It’s going to make candidates work harder"
➡️"It feels less black and white"
➡️"It was a pleasure"

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

Today’s RCV bills were not reported out of the House P&E Committee this morning. We will keep you updated with any additional updates as they become available.

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

SB1380 (Deeds) passed by for the week - this bill offers political parties the option of using #RankedChoiceVoting in presidential primaries. Stay tuned!

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

"We support increased opportunities for civic engagement, including the authority for ranked-choice voting." #RankedChoiceVoting is the perfect alternative to expensive run-off elections that put a burden on voters. Great move by the Georgia NAACP.

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

We're up to FIVE #RankedChoiceVoting bills in Virginia this legislative session! Learn more here: https://t.co/ew50PjeHGu

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

From our Executive Director @lizblakewhite in today's @virginianpilot: "[Ranked-choice voting is] a straightforward change to the ballot that enables a better voter experience, better campaigns and ultimately, better government." https://t.co/PSWdFS3oJm

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

BREAKING: Arlington County Board unanimously endorses the adoption of Ranked Choice Voting, making it the first Virginia locality to move to adopt a pilot program for primaries! Big thanks to our many partners, and to the resolution's chief patron, Board Chair Katie Cristol.

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

Last night was a record night for ranked choice voting – six localities voted to adopt RCV last night, with a few others yet to be decided. It continues to be the fastest-growing election reform in the country. Read more from our friends at @fairvote. https://t.co/J4KaKsDPvj

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

From the @washingtonpost: "Arlington lawmakers are considering whether to allow ranked-choice voting in local primaries next year — a move that would make (it) the first locality in Virginia to adopt the increasingly popular system." https://t.co/uSGMafUWkE

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

"RCV makes it easier for voters to rank their honest preferences rather than just casting their ballot strategically based on who they think is a more viable candidate." #RankedChoiceVoting
https://t.co/dRGOAcJKDs

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

If you want to vote in this year's elections, here's a friendly reminder that the deadline for voter registration is TODAY. More info from @vaELECT here: https://t.co/zloIoSpeW3

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

Election Day is just 25 days away! Here are some important dates and deadline to watch in Virginia. Visit: https://t.co/azfPKuzXQS.

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

We're relaunching Presence at the Polls and will be at early voting locations Sat, Nov. 5 talking to voters about #RankedChoiceVoting . Training and materials will be provided. (Plus, no 6am shifts!) Sign up here and spread the word!
https://t.co/aZpvWtyyxA

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

REMINDER to double check your registration! https://t.co/PKKoKEyM0z

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

"This year, questions have been raised regarding the sanctity of our elections. As your general registrar, I am writing here to assure the public: Our elections are safe, secure and epitomize the expression of democracy that we all hold dear." https://t.co/ljaFM4kAc6

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

Arlington is on their way to becoming the first locality in VA to adopt #RankedChoiceVoting! https://t.co/14GA3fFCqO

[Robert Dillon @RA_Dillon]

Ranked-choice voting might be Virginia’s future https://t.co/yb9MZd3P4H

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

ICYMI: Here's the recording of last week's webinar with @OPNdoorcom, @fairvote, and @CrusadersofVA about #RankedChoiceVoting in Virginia. We did a 101 and answered a lot of questions and had a blast doing it! https://t.co/WnXoSuEIPN

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

Introducing #UpVoteVA -- a newly-formed nonpartisan democracy reform collective aiming to elevate the voices of Virginia voters through making elections stronger and more equitable. More info at https://t.co/aANUOQIRpu

[UpVote Virginia @UpVoteVA]

Here's the link to watch this morning's big announcement at 9am! https://t.co/E0JdX5Vfy7