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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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At this point we should give the little guy a name...please drop suggestions on what we should name our black sheep!
#approvalvoting #votingreform #mascot #elections
November 13, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Want to help shape the public conversation? Join us TODAY at 3:00 PM EST for our special learning hour on How to Write an Op-Ed! We hope to see you there. 
https://electionscience.mykajabi.com/learning-hour-how-to-write-an-oped
November 12, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Hi Utah, Welcome to the Family!
✅ Approval Voting coming to an election near you...
📍In Salt Lake County: Herriman, Magna, West Jordan, West Valley City 
📍In Tooele County: Tooele, West Desert
📍In Utah County: Eagle Mountain, Fairfield, Lehi, Bluffdale 
#approvalvoting #vote
November 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Join us tomorrow at 3pm ET:
🔗 Register here: https://electionscience.mykajabi.com/learning-hour-how-to-write-an-oped
Our guest expert will walk you through:
what makes an op-ed compelling to editors
How to structure your argument for maximum impact
Tips for pitching and placing your piece
November 11, 2025 at 6:04 PM
To every veteran and their family: Thank you. Your extraordinary service and sacrifice for our country will never be forgotten. We honor you today. Happy Veterans Day!
November 11, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Democracy depends on innovation! Currently, nonprofits bringing better voting methods to communities are massively underfunded. A gift from you provides the crucial support we need to make voting accessible, fair, & modern for everyone. Join the movement!
electionscience.org/giving
November 10, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Interested in digging into the data for the recent NYC 2025 Mayoral election? See the results, pairwise preferences, and more right here: 👉 https://tinyurl.com/3wdub26n #NYCMayor #ElectionData #NYCpolitics #electionscience
November 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Happening this week Wednesday, Nov12 at 3:00 PM ET Free learning session!
Learn how to write and place compelling op-eds with expert advocate Jean-Paul Ciardullo. Tailor your message, reach new audiences, and move the needle on reform! Don't miss out.
https://tinyurl.com/4radv2aa
November 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
📣 HISTORIC! Utah's SD11 Special Election is using Approval Voting to pick a consensus candidate—open to ALL voters! Vote for all you approve of. Stops spoilers, boosts civic engagement. Candidate deadline Nov. 11. Learn more at 11chooses.com. #ApprovalVoting #Utah
November 9, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Join us Wednesday, November 12 at 3:00 PM ET for a comprehensive training! ✍️
Learn how to write and place compelling op-eds with expert advocate Jean-Paul Ciardullo. Tailor your message, reach new audiences, and move the needle on reform! Don't miss out.
https://tinyurl.com/4radv2aa
November 6, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Approval Voting is the path to fair elections & ending the spoiler effect! 
We need YOUR help to go the distance. Donate to fight for better elections, true representation, and put power back in the voter's hands!
electionscience.org/giving
#VotingReform #MakeYourVoteCount
November 5, 2025 at 7:31 PM
The political pendulum keeps swinging, but Approval Voting can stabilize the system. It ensures the elected winner holds the broadest mandate, rewarding consensus over partisan extremes. Time for better representation!
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November 5, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Tired of "lesser of two evils" choices? You don't have to be! Learn how the right voting method eliminates vote splitting and delivers better leaders. Get the solution: electionscience.org/education
#voting #approvalvoting #vote
November 4, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Stop settling for less than 51%. The system is flawed, but the fix is simple! Zachary Westfall breaks down The Flaw in Majority Rule and why Approval Voting is the upgrade that brings true consensus leaders to power. 📺 https://youtu.be/9JXKtwz33dc

#vote #elections
November 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM
As communities head to the polls today, it reminds us why we fight for better voting methods. Our shared future depends on it. We're working hard to make sure elections truly reflect voter will, paving the way for a future powered by Approval Voting!
November 4, 2025 at 3:31 PM
https://tinyurl.com/4tuverna
House Bill 1297 was an overreach of Home Rule. Residents of #Fargo took the steps to identify the issues in their elections, educated themselves on the options, went through the ballot initiative process and voted to adopt approval voting.
November 3, 2025 at 6:31 PM
FINAL DAY! $50,000 GAP. Help us fund the first-ever Approval Voting primary by a US political party. We need resources tonight for voter education to make this historic demonstration a success. Reform is funded. electionscience.org/giving
#fightforit #approvalvoting #famjam
October 31, 2025 at 8:31 PM
"In a time of political scramble, it makes me so proud that CES is the one bringing a decisive solution: Approval Voting. We aren't just reacting to problems we're structurally fixing them. Our commitment is unwavering, we're happy to lead this charge authentically" - N Taylor
October 31, 2025 at 6:31 PM
#TBT Last Week's learning hour on Proportional Representation and Approval Voting
https://youtu.be/yCnmR91ttIg?si=51TpA3_GM5mxU3Nq
October 30, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Don't just vote—invest! Nonprofits working on structural voting reform are the immune system for our democracy. They don't just defend the last election, they fix the system for the next one. Your donation is vital, urgent investment. #approvalvoting
electionscience.org/giving
October 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Approval voting is tested, We have detailed reports on 37 approval voting races, including cast records from the recent St. Louis race. Interested in the data? check out https://approval.vote/ As we continue to grow we will commit to sharing our data insights.
October 28, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Our end of year giving campaign is in full force. Help us smash the duopoly and bring fairness to our elections. Your donation funds our legislative action initiatives to bring approval voting to Maryland and Utah. Donate today! electionscience.org/giving
October 27, 2025 at 8:31 PM
We can't thank Senator Thatcher enough for his support of Approval Voting and his record of working for the people of Utah vs for a party. We are also excited to see the Forward Party innovate in the mid-term replacement process. https://www.11chooses.com/apply
#fairness #civicinnovation
October 27, 2025 at 8:03 PM
In this critical moment for voting reform, we're making sure our efforts align with community needs. Our re-education tour is laying the groundwork for the "democracy test kitchen" we envision. Get ready 2026 will be a pivotal year!
#ElectionReform #approvalvoting #FutureofVoting
October 23, 2025 at 4:06 PM
The full Learning Hour is LIVE on YouTube! 🎉 Get all the vital info on Proportional Representation and Approval Voting in one video. We loved hosting this, and we're excited for you to learn from it!
Watch now: https://youtu.be/yCnmR91ttIg?si=8BIzGwIogkMJC9Wa&t=222 

#HowToFixElections
October 22, 2025 at 7:21 PM