OriginalSourceNational ReviewUnited StatesLeanRightCredibilityPublished20:14 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceNational ReviewUnited StatesLeanRightCredibilityPublished20:14 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“Ranked-Choice Voting Is a Rank Idea”
Alaska campaign operated spoilers to dilute opponent’s vote in RCV system.
Key points
- Alaska voters adopted a top-four primary for ranked-choice voting in 2020.
- New York Times exposé alleges Peltola campaign used decoy candidate tactics.
- Dan J. Sullivan allegedly ran as 'Decoy Dan' with a similar name.
- Democratic operatives and DSCC aides were reportedly involved in the scheme.
- Experts warn RCV can cause confusion and disenfranchisement while aiding some aims.
How it got here
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