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Date: 4 Oct 2024 23:42:47 GMT
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On Fri, 4 Oct 2024 20:26:12 -0000 (UTC), Lawrence D'Oliveiro wrote:

> Ranked-choice is technically not “proportional representation”, but it
> does have a lot of the same effect. And it might be a better fit for
> places (like the US) where individuals matter more than parties.

A couple of initiatives are on the ballot in this state that might lead to 
a ranked choice system. One is a 'top four' open primary and the other is 
a requirement for a majority rather than a plurality. 

It's somewhat controversial on both sides. In many parts of the state 'top 
four' becomes a de facto Republican primary which isn't quite what the 
supporters envision. 

It will be interesting. The Democrats tried to get the Greens thrown off 
the ballot. Not very democratic of them, is it?