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FairVote Illinois
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A nonpartisan, grassroots organization working for better elections. Join the movement to bring ranked choice voting to Illinois!

🔗: FairVoteIllinois.org/links
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Happy Hour tonight for #RankedChoiceVoting in Oak Park, Illinois!

Did you know?: Our #RCV referendum in OP passed with 79% support in November 2024!

#Democracy #Grassroots #Illinois #OakParkIL #OakPark #Chicagoland
Happy Hour tonight for #RankedChoiceVoting in Oak Park, Illinois!
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January 29, 2026 at 3:38 AM
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Don't forget to register to vote for the upcoming primary elections in Illinois! Voting is the foundation of democracy. Let's keep it strong by showing up!

Register today at ova.elections.il.gov
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Early Voting in Downtown Chicago opens on Thursday, February 12 at 9:00am at our NEW VOTING SUPERSITE at 137 S. State St. and at the CBOE Offices at 69 W. Washington St., 6th Floor! For more info, go to: chicagoelections.gov/voting/early... 🗳
January 28, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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Reminder: We have 3 happy hours this week (including tn!):
North Chi Happy Hour - 1/27, 4-7pm, at Burke’s Public House in Chicago
Oak Park Happy Hour - 1/28, 5-8pm, at Tre Sorelle Ristorante in Oak Park
NW Chi Happy Hour - 1/29, 6:30-8:30pm, at Noon O Kabab in Chicago
January 27, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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Happy RCV Day (1/23)!

Ranked choice voting is a simple upgrade to the way we vote that gives voters more choices and more power. By allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference, RCV mitigates the "spoiler effect," allowing voters to vote for their true preferences.
Abstract background with text that reads "Happy ranked choice voting day 2026! Swipe for memes!" Meme of Gru from Despicable Me with signs that say "10 candidates running?" "Only vote for one?" "Someone wins with 15% of the vote." Gru is concerned by the result. Meme of star trek characters having a conversation. One says "There were 3 weasels running for federation president." The other asks "So you ranked your favorites so your vote always counted?" "No, I had to vote for the lesser of 3 weasels." Facepalm. Meme with a man saying no to the phrase "Voting for a candidate I dislike because they have the best chance of beating the candidate I hate." But he says yes to the phrase "Ranking my choices to express my true support for the candidates I like."
January 23, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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With #RankedChoiceVoting, candidates for political office are incentivized to collaborate across campaigns.

When politicians compete for voters' second/third choice votes, they're much more civil with each other, lowering the temp of our politics.

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January 22, 2026 at 11:02 PM
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This event is tonight! Register here!: t.co/YBkAAoFrm0
January 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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RANKED CHOICE VOTING IS REAL DEMOCRACY
RANKED CHOICE VOTING IS REAL DEMOCRACY
RANKED CHOICE VOTING IS REAL DEMOCRACY
RANKED CHOICE VOTING IS REAL DEMOCRACY
RANKED CHOICE VOTING IS REAL DEMOCRACY
RANKED CHOICE VOTING IS REAL DEMOCRACY
January 21, 2026 at 4:41 PM
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WE NEED RANKED CHOICE VOTING ELECTIONS
WE NEED RANKED CHOICE VOTING ELECTIONS
WE NEED RANKED CHOICE VOTING ELECTIONS
WE NEED RANKED CHOICE VOTING ELECTIONS
WE NEED RANKED CHOICE VOTING ELECTIONS
WE NEED RANKED CHOICE VOTING ELECTIONS
WE NEED RANKED CHOICE VOTING ELECTIONS
January 21, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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RepresentWomen is hosting an RCV Day webinar this Thursday, 1/23! Come learn from coalition leaders around the nation.

Registration and more info here: www.representwomen.org/ranked_choic...

P.S. We'll be there!
January 19, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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Why do we focus so much on #RankedChoiceVoting?

RCV is one innovative solution among many that upgrade our democracy for the twenty-first century. We focus on it because we believe it's the first step to fixing politics.

#Illinois #Politics #Democracy #RCV #Reform
Why do we focus so much on ranked choice voting?
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January 16, 2026 at 3:48 AM
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CHICAGO NEEDS RANKED CHOICE VOTING, SPREAD THE WORD!

Ranked choice voting would mitigate the "spoiler effect" in Chicago's mayoral races. That means voters could vote their true preference w/o feeling pressured to vote for only who they feel can win or is "electable."
CHICAGO NEEDS RANKED CHOICE VOTING, SPREAD THE WORD!
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January 14, 2026 at 12:57 AM
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PLEASE RSVP at www.fairvoteillinois.org/events!

Come hang out w/ pro-democracy advocates to kick off the New Year! Meet other liked-minded folks, learn about ranked choice voting, and have a good time!

#Chicago #ChicagoIllinois #Illinois #Politics #RCV #RankedChoiceVoting #Democracy #events
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January 12, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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In 2024, Oak Park passed a historic referendum for #RankedChoiceVoting. Now, we are gathering to DEFEND THE WIN and ensure its swift implementation. Join us on 1/28 @ 5pm for an Oak Park happy hour! RSVP at www.fairvoteillinois.org/events !

#OakParkIL #OakPark #Illinois #ChicagoSuburbs #Politics
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January 9, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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Ranked choice voting is already used in 50+ jurisdictions and counting in the USA. FairVote Illinois has successfully passed three binding referenda: Evanston, Oak Park, and Skokie. Now, we've got our sights set on Chicago and Naperville! Join us at FairVoteIllinois.org !

#RCV #Illinois #Politics
January 8, 2026 at 9:10 PM
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We had a great DuPage County happy hour for ranked choice voting last night! Thank you to everyone who came out! It was a joy seeing so many people who are passionate about making our democracy more representative of the people's will.

#RankedChoiceVoting #RCV #Democracy #Naperville #NapervilleIL
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January 7, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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Hear from Ben Nagy, FairVote Illinois's new Statewide Organizer! Check out the other videos on our page to learn more about ranked choice voting in Illinois!

#RankedChoiceVoting #RCV #Democracy #Illinois #Chicago #CookCounty #Politics
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January 6, 2026 at 5:55 PM
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#RankedChoiceVoting changes the incentives for our elected officials — they are rewarded for delivering for all voters, not just a narrow party base.

Watch to learn how 👇
Ranked Choice Voting Facts
Ranked choice voting is gaining popularity across the country, from small cities in Utah to congressional districts in Maine. But how does it make elections better and give voters more power? Ranked…
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January 1, 2026 at 2:39 PM
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Primaries 👏 need 👏 ranked 👏 choice 👏 voting!

Under our current voting system, crowded primaries mean vote splitting, spoilers, and unrepresentative outcomes. With RCV, voters could rank candidates in order of preference instead of being forced to choose just one. Solved!
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January 2, 2026 at 10:29 PM
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Update on the state of play of #RankedChoiceVoting in Illinois. Coming off of 5 big wins in the last 3 years, FVIL is aiming for RCV in Chicago, Naperville, and presidential primaries in Illinois. FairVoteIllinois.org or click 🔗 in bio to join us! #NewYear2026 #RCV #Illinois
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January 2, 2026 at 2:05 AM
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Ranked choice voting is a no brainer. Did you know we're working with City Council to get RCV on Chicago's ballot in Feb 2027? We're also collecting signatures to put an RCV referendum on Naperville's ballot in Nov 2026! Check out the link in bio to learn more and help out!
Ben Nagy: What is ranked choice voting? What are its benefits?
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December 30, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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🍻 Naperville/Dupage: Come make like-minded friends who are concerned about democracy! If you are feeling helpless during tough political times, community is the first step. RSVP here: www.fairvoteillinois.org/dupage_happy...

#Naperville #NapervilleIL #DupageCounty #social #drinks
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December 29, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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Huge momentum across the USA for #RCV in presidential primaries, from @raskin.house.gov, @beyer.house.gov, & @welch.senate.gov. @govpritzker.illinois.gov, @harmonil.bsky.social, & @speakerwelchil.bsky.social, IL could lead the USA. LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN! Email us: www.fairvoteillinois.org/contact
December 28, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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Happy holidays from your ranked choice voting friends at FairVote Illinois! Stay tuned for some exciting social events in the new year!

#HappyHolidays
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December 25, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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🎁 <- Your present this year: The #RankedChoiceVotingAct has been reintroduced in the US Congress! The #RCVAct would require all elections for Congress to be conducted using ranked choice voting. Visit TinyURL.com/RCVAct2026 or click the link in bio to contact your reps in support!
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December 24, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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"Being around people who are inspiring is so critical." - Ben Nagy, FairVote Illinois's new Statewide Organizer! Stay tuned for more from Ben!

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#RankedChoiceVoting #RCV #Democracy #Illinois #Chicago #Politics #ChicagoPolitics #IllinoisPolitics
Ben Nagy: FairVote Illinois Statewide Organizer
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December 23, 2025 at 6:26 PM