The Center for Election Science
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We're a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to empowering people with voting methods that strengthen democracy—with an emphasis on approval voting.
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The only thing better than a great idea is the dedicated team that makes it happen. Proud of the work we're doing to advance Approval Voting! 🗳️✨
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Final Hours to contribute for the end of year tax break! electionscience.org.giving
Please help us finish out the year strong!
Please help us finish out the year strong!
January 1, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Final Hours to contribute for the end of year tax break! electionscience.org.giving
Please help us finish out the year strong!
Please help us finish out the year strong!
Approval Voting makes Ballotpedia's top stories list. https://news.ballotpedia.org/2025/12/31/a-look-at-our-top-stories-from-each-month-of-2025/
December 31, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Approval Voting makes Ballotpedia's top stories list. https://news.ballotpedia.org/2025/12/31/a-look-at-our-top-stories-from-each-month-of-2025/
We're slowly closing our funding gap, Please consider making a tax deductible donation by midnight! electionscience.org/giving
December 31, 2025 at 7:30 PM
We're slowly closing our funding gap, Please consider making a tax deductible donation by midnight! electionscience.org/giving
What an incredible 2025! 🌟
From historic wins in Utah to groundbreaking research on voter satisfaction, we’ve moved the needle on making our elections more representative. None of this happens without YOU.
Thank you for being part of the movement to upgrade our democracy! 🗳️✨
From historic wins in Utah to groundbreaking research on voter satisfaction, we’ve moved the needle on making our elections more representative. None of this happens without YOU.
Thank you for being part of the movement to upgrade our democracy! 🗳️✨
December 31, 2025 at 5:31 PM
What an incredible 2025! 🌟
From historic wins in Utah to groundbreaking research on voter satisfaction, we’ve moved the needle on making our elections more representative. None of this happens without YOU.
Thank you for being part of the movement to upgrade our democracy! 🗳️✨
From historic wins in Utah to groundbreaking research on voter satisfaction, we’ve moved the needle on making our elections more representative. None of this happens without YOU.
Thank you for being part of the movement to upgrade our democracy! 🗳️✨
In 2025 we cooked. We didn't just advocate for change—we delivered it. Here are the Top Breakthroughs of 2025 that your generosity made possible:
December 31, 2025 at 4:36 PM
In 2025 we cooked. We didn't just advocate for change—we delivered it. Here are the Top Breakthroughs of 2025 that your generosity made possible:
From medieval Italy to the College of Cardinals, history shows that when you let people vote for all the candidates they approve of, you get better results. 🏛️
Explore the early roots of Approval Voting:
Explore the early roots of Approval Voting:
The Early History of Approval Voting | Center for Election Science
The Early History of Approval Voting
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December 29, 2025 at 9:31 PM
From medieval Italy to the College of Cardinals, history shows that when you let people vote for all the candidates they approve of, you get better results. 🏛️
Explore the early roots of Approval Voting:
Explore the early roots of Approval Voting:
Want to see approval voting succeed in 2026? We’re $126k away from making it happen.
Your tax-deductible donation today provides the financial power we need for the upcoming legislative session and our fall elections. Let’s finish strong! 💪 www.electionscience.org/giving
Your tax-deductible donation today provides the financial power we need for the upcoming legislative session and our fall elections. Let’s finish strong! 💪 www.electionscience.org/giving
December 29, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Want to see approval voting succeed in 2026? We’re $126k away from making it happen.
Your tax-deductible donation today provides the financial power we need for the upcoming legislative session and our fall elections. Let’s finish strong! 💪 www.electionscience.org/giving
Your tax-deductible donation today provides the financial power we need for the upcoming legislative session and our fall elections. Let’s finish strong! 💪 www.electionscience.org/giving
New to Approval Voting? Here's what you need to know. With AV voters can approve of any number of candidates, and the one with the most approvals wins. This simple change at the ballot box means we can elect candidates with broad support, and eliminate the spoiler effect.
December 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
New to Approval Voting? Here's what you need to know. With AV voters can approve of any number of candidates, and the one with the most approvals wins. This simple change at the ballot box means we can elect candidates with broad support, and eliminate the spoiler effect.
2025 was a massive year for Approval Voting. Don’t miss these milestones:
✅ Utah’s District 11 makes history with the 1st state legislator selected via Approval Voting. ✅ https://substack.com/home/post/p-181497837
Stay cozy and see you in 2026! 🥂
✅ Utah’s District 11 makes history with the 1st state legislator selected via Approval Voting. ✅ https://substack.com/home/post/p-181497837
Stay cozy and see you in 2026! 🥂
December 26, 2025 at 11:31 PM
2025 was a massive year for Approval Voting. Don’t miss these milestones:
✅ Utah’s District 11 makes history with the 1st state legislator selected via Approval Voting. ✅ https://substack.com/home/post/p-181497837
Stay cozy and see you in 2026! 🥂
✅ Utah’s District 11 makes history with the 1st state legislator selected via Approval Voting. ✅ https://substack.com/home/post/p-181497837
Stay cozy and see you in 2026! 🥂
Put your "brain fog" to good use with our most popular research briefs:
🧠 Cognitive Burden & Voter Satisfaction 🗳️ St. Louis: What the Cast Vote Records Reveal 📊
https://electionscience.org/research-hub
https://felixsargent.com/democracy/2025/08/29/st-louis-approval-voting.html
🧠 Cognitive Burden & Voter Satisfaction 🗳️ St. Louis: What the Cast Vote Records Reveal 📊
https://electionscience.org/research-hub
https://felixsargent.com/democracy/2025/08/29/st-louis-approval-voting.html
December 26, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Put your "brain fog" to good use with our most popular research briefs:
🧠 Cognitive Burden & Voter Satisfaction 🗳️ St. Louis: What the Cast Vote Records Reveal 📊
https://electionscience.org/research-hub
https://felixsargent.com/democracy/2025/08/29/st-louis-approval-voting.html
🧠 Cognitive Burden & Voter Satisfaction 🗳️ St. Louis: What the Cast Vote Records Reveal 📊
https://electionscience.org/research-hub
https://felixsargent.com/democracy/2025/08/29/st-louis-approval-voting.html
🎥 Learning Hour: Proportional Representation & Approval Voting 🎥 Civic Impact Summit: The Path to 2026
Get inspired for the future of democracy
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCenterforElectionScience
Get inspired for the future of democracy
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCenterforElectionScience
December 26, 2025 at 10:04 PM
🎥 Learning Hour: Proportional Representation & Approval Voting 🎥 Civic Impact Summit: The Path to 2026
Get inspired for the future of democracy
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCenterforElectionScience
Get inspired for the future of democracy
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCenterforElectionScience
We’re officially in the "Holiday Time Warp"—that blurry week where days have no names, the fridge is 80% leftovers, and you’re not quite sure what year it is. 🌀
Stuck on the couch? We’ve got your survival kit to bridge the gap to 2026. 🧵👇
Stuck on the couch? We’ve got your survival kit to bridge the gap to 2026. 🧵👇
December 26, 2025 at 10:02 PM
We’re officially in the "Holiday Time Warp"—that blurry week where days have no names, the fridge is 80% leftovers, and you’re not quite sure what year it is. 🌀
Stuck on the couch? We’ve got your survival kit to bridge the gap to 2026. 🧵👇
Stuck on the couch? We’ve got your survival kit to bridge the gap to 2026. 🧵👇
We have a $165k funding gap to close by Dec 31st! 🚨
The status quo would rather we didn't succeed, but with your help, we can keep the momentum going. Please consider a tax-deductible gift today to fuel fairer elections: 👉 www.electionscience.org/giving
The status quo would rather we didn't succeed, but with your help, we can keep the momentum going. Please consider a tax-deductible gift today to fuel fairer elections: 👉 www.electionscience.org/giving
December 23, 2025 at 8:02 PM
We have a $165k funding gap to close by Dec 31st! 🚨
The status quo would rather we didn't succeed, but with your help, we can keep the momentum going. Please consider a tax-deductible gift today to fuel fairer elections: 👉 www.electionscience.org/giving
The status quo would rather we didn't succeed, but with your help, we can keep the momentum going. Please consider a tax-deductible gift today to fuel fairer elections: 👉 www.electionscience.org/giving
Have a little downtime? Revisit some of our educational sessions from this year!
The Center for Election Science
The Center for Election Science is a national nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on election analysis and voting reform advocacy. We are committed to translating knowledge and discovery into tangible, real world changes to the voting system.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Have a little downtime? Revisit some of our educational sessions from this year!
As the year ends, we’re grateful for the community that makes our work possible. Together, we’re building fairer elections and empowering every voice in our democracy. Thank you for your advocacy and support! 🗳️✨
Wishing you joy this holiday season.
Wishing you joy this holiday season.
December 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
As the year ends, we’re grateful for the community that makes our work possible. Together, we’re building fairer elections and empowering every voice in our democracy. Thank you for your advocacy and support! 🗳️✨
Wishing you joy this holiday season.
Wishing you joy this holiday season.
In 2026, we’re taking approval voting to the next level: ✅ Legislative pushes in MD & UT ✅ 2 new pilot studies ✅ Fighting digital suppression of our materials ✅ Releasing a major 7,500-voter study
Help us close the gap: electionscience.org/giving
Help us close the gap: electionscience.org/giving
December 18, 2025 at 11:31 PM
In 2026, we’re taking approval voting to the next level: ✅ Legislative pushes in MD & UT ✅ 2 new pilot studies ✅ Fighting digital suppression of our materials ✅ Releasing a major 7,500-voter study
Help us close the gap: electionscience.org/giving
Help us close the gap: electionscience.org/giving
What we're reading..
Why Voters Choose to Cast Single-Choice Ballots — Even When They Don’t Have To
Understanding “Bullet Voting” as intentional voter behavior
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December 18, 2025 at 9:31 PM
What we're reading..
Our hard work relies on your generous support. Visit electionscience.org/giving to donate today. All donations are tax deductible! Thank you for powering the future of civic innovation.
December 17, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Our hard work relies on your generous support. Visit electionscience.org/giving to donate today. All donations are tax deductible! Thank you for powering the future of civic innovation.
What makes a great voting reform?
A "good" reform must be: ✅ Inclusive (Lowering barriers to the booth) ✅ Expressive (Ending the "spoiler effect") ✅ Verifiable (Security + Transparency) ✅ Sustainable (Easy to run & trust)
https://electionscience.org/education/why-approval-voting
A "good" reform must be: ✅ Inclusive (Lowering barriers to the booth) ✅ Expressive (Ending the "spoiler effect") ✅ Verifiable (Security + Transparency) ✅ Sustainable (Easy to run & trust)
https://electionscience.org/education/why-approval-voting
December 17, 2025 at 6:31 PM
What makes a great voting reform?
A "good" reform must be: ✅ Inclusive (Lowering barriers to the booth) ✅ Expressive (Ending the "spoiler effect") ✅ Verifiable (Security + Transparency) ✅ Sustainable (Easy to run & trust)
https://electionscience.org/education/why-approval-voting
A "good" reform must be: ✅ Inclusive (Lowering barriers to the booth) ✅ Expressive (Ending the "spoiler effect") ✅ Verifiable (Security + Transparency) ✅ Sustainable (Easy to run & trust)
https://electionscience.org/education/why-approval-voting
Huge news! State Rep. @MannyRutinel is officially championing Approval Voting as a core part of his platform for #CO08.He knows Approval is Key to ✅ Ending corruption in Congress ✅ Reducing polarization ✅ Empowering EVERY voter
Welcome to the movement, Manny! Let’s go 🚀#COpol
Welcome to the movement, Manny! Let’s go 🚀#COpol
December 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Media Partners Wanted: Let's Broaden the Election Reform Conversation! Pitch us if you want to write about: How diverse systems can address polarization & voter apathy. Data showing how voters use new, simpler methods!
Let's make room for innovation in democracy journalism. DM us
Let's make room for innovation in democracy journalism. DM us
December 17, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Media Partners Wanted: Let's Broaden the Election Reform Conversation! Pitch us if you want to write about: How diverse systems can address polarization & voter apathy. Data showing how voters use new, simpler methods!
Let's make room for innovation in democracy journalism. DM us
Let's make room for innovation in democracy journalism. DM us
The election reform conversation has gotten too narrow. We need to look beyond the current debates and embrace genuinely innovative solutions that empower voters and improve democracy. Let's widen the scope! 💡 #ElectionReform #VotingInnovation
December 16, 2025 at 9:31 PM
The election reform conversation has gotten too narrow. We need to look beyond the current debates and embrace genuinely innovative solutions that empower voters and improve democracy. Let's widen the scope! 💡 #ElectionReform #VotingInnovation
Your support fuels the momentum behind #ApprovalVoting victories and legislation. Please submit your Donor-Advised Fund recommendations now to help us scale this success and make durable, practical reform possible. Thank you!
www.electionscience.org/giving
www.electionscience.org/giving
December 16, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Your support fuels the momentum behind #ApprovalVoting victories and legislation. Please submit your Donor-Advised Fund recommendations now to help us scale this success and make durable, practical reform possible. Thank you!
www.electionscience.org/giving
www.electionscience.org/giving
The Utah State Senate 11 election was a landmark: the first state-level race decided by Approval Voting (AV) & a majority-digital ballot. 44.6% approved more than one candidate, proving AV elects broadly acceptable, low-polarization leaders. Congrats Senator Elect Emily Buss!
December 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The Utah State Senate 11 election was a landmark: the first state-level race decided by Approval Voting (AV) & a majority-digital ballot. 44.6% approved more than one candidate, proving AV elects broadly acceptable, low-polarization leaders. Congrats Senator Elect Emily Buss!
Are you passionate about strengthening democracy through better voting methods? We're seeking new Board Members with expertise in: Election Research, Fundraising, Communications
Apply now to help shape the future of electoral reform: https://tinyurl.com/2ya4w3d7
#Nonprofit #Board
Apply now to help shape the future of electoral reform: https://tinyurl.com/2ya4w3d7
#Nonprofit #Board
December 12, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Are you passionate about strengthening democracy through better voting methods? We're seeking new Board Members with expertise in: Election Research, Fundraising, Communications
Apply now to help shape the future of electoral reform: https://tinyurl.com/2ya4w3d7
#Nonprofit #Board
Apply now to help shape the future of electoral reform: https://tinyurl.com/2ya4w3d7
#Nonprofit #Board