Election consolidation: Fewer elections. Lower cost. Higher turnout
Hey, Olympia! If You Let Them, Cities Could Double Turnout in Local Elections
The case for freeing Washington cities to run elections on Election Day.
Voters Want Fewer Elections: Here’s How to Do That
California, Arizona, and Nevada have shifted to even-year elections, boosting turnout and saving money—with lessons for other states.
Alaska’s Midterm Elections Yield Mixed Results (But in a Good Way)
In the state’s first full ranked choice election, the same pool of voters elected candidates from across the political spectrum.
Alaska Primary Voters Had More Choice in 2022
A larger, more diverse, and competitive candidate pool coincided with the introduction of open primaries and ranked choice voting.
Washington Should Move All Elections to Even Years
And psst, King County voters: you can vote this fall to supercharge this shift.
A Guide to Alaska’s November 2022 Election
An FAQ for voters on ranked choice voting, registering to vote, candidates on the ballot, and more.
Compare Cheney and Murkowski’s Political Fates—It’s All About the Primary
Forget the general election for a moment. It’s how we run primary elections that decides who’s even a contender.
Approval Voting Is a Risky Prospect for Seattle
It’s a novice system when it comes to real-world elections, where ranked choice voting is a battle-tested pro.
In Alaska’s Special Election, a Bipartisan Mindset Makes Sense
Pandering to the center is actually a viable strategy in the race to serve out Rep. Don Young's term in the US House.