Episode 646: High Turnout of Conservative Voters Also Led to Losses for Democracy Reform in Ohio, Nevada, Colorado and Potentially Alaska
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The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for Nov. 7, 2024
High Turnout of Conservative Voters Also Led to Losses for Democracy Reform in Ohio, Nevada, Colorado and Potentially Alaska
Democracy reform-related citizen ballot initiatives failed November 5th, as high turnout of GOP voters and deceptive messaging overwhelmed a citizen-led redistricting commission, open primaries and ranked choice voting.
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Today’s Links
Articles & Resources:
Ohio Capital Journal - Ohio voters reject Issue 1, leaving politicians in control over map-making process
Nevada Current - Nevada voters reject open primaries, ranked choice voting system
Colorado Newsline - Colorado voters appear to reject sweeping elections overhaul backed by wealthy donors
Alaska Beacon - Votes to repeal Alaska’s open primaries, ranked choice voting are narrowly ahead
Groups Taking Action:
Yes on Issue 1 Ohio, Yes on 3 Nevada, Yes on 131 Colorado, Alaskans for Better Elections
Check Your Voter Registration:
- U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State
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