Instant Runoff Voting

[127crazie]

Credit to Wikipedia for the article:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Instant-runoff_voting

Instant runoff voting, simply put, is a "ranking" of candidates in single winner elections. Say there's 5 candidates, then you would rank them from the one you like the most to least.

Although there isn't as decidedly clear a winner as in our current system, IMO would balance out the parties a lot more and prevent your vote being thrown away if you voted for a third party.

Americans would have a hard time accepting change like this, I think, but we could start with IRV for smaller elections, like mayors in some cities, and move from there. It is used in a few cities already but I think it should spread out. What do you think about IRV? Is it a good idea or not? Please feel welcome to post your opinion.

 

[Amide]

Hmm... That actually sounds like a good idea. That way people can actually vote for who they want. I don't see it happening anytime soon though.

 

[1048576]

I like making tier lists

 

[Mith_]

Discrete Math Applications ftw.

This type of voting has its advantages and disadvantages, although I do agree that it is better than voting for one canidate. It gives a more accurate viewing of how Americans really feel.

 

[OmegaXXII]

it's good, but unforturnetly though, I don't see this happening anytime soon, much less next month.