Supporters

STATE SENATOR, 47TH LD

We must be bold in our quest for racial and gender equity. The boldness of proportional representation with ranked choice voting is that it can provide a solution to racial and gender inequalities and lead to a path for equitable representation for all Washington communities.

COMMUNITY MEMBER, TRI-CITIES

Ranked-choice voting would increase our community’s motivation in partaking in our state’s voting system due to their votes becoming more validated and providing a more fair election. Every vote is a voice and they all matter.

STATE REP., 32ND LD

As a naturalized citizen of the USA, and a resident of Washington State the past 50 years, I love our representative democracy. I believe RCV will strengthen our political process and help inform citizens as to why they must stay engaged and participate in elections and politics.

STATE REP., 43RD LD

If, like me, you believe representation matters in government, then join me in supporting ranked-choice voting. We can make sure everyone's vote actually counts, and expand gender and racial equity in elected bodies across Washington.

BOARD SECRETARY, SOUTH ASIAN AMERICANS TOGETHER FOR WASHINGTON & SOCIAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST, PUBLIC HEALTH SEATTLE & KING COUNTY

I support ranked-choice voting because the way in which we elect our representatives directly or indirectly influences every other issue I am passionate about from racial disparities in healthcare to climate change. Ranked-choice voting offers a way towards electoral justice by empowering communities of color to elect their candidates of choice.

STATE REP., 37TH LD

It's clear that across Washington State we need different, more equitable voting systems to rebuild our local democracies. We are in a bit of a crisis of legitimacy right now, and we have to think big and reconstruct our voting systems for regular people who have resigned themselves to the idea that their votes don't ultimately matter. I think that RCV presents a great opportunity for local jurisdictions to have more equity and efficiency in their voting processes.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MAPS-AMEN (AMERICAN MUSLIM EMPOWERMENT NETWORK)

Our votes are our voices, and ranked-choice voting allows each of our voices to be better heard in our democracy.  A more equitable voting system also helps us achieve more racial and gender equity, which directly impacts so many issues that affect our communities.  Because representation matters, we should all support RCV.

KING COUNTY COUNCIL MEMBER

I’ve been a longtime supporter of ranked-choice voting, as a WA State Senator and certainly now as a King County Councilmember. It’s been unfortunate to see the misconceptions of ranked-choice voting over time. Without question, it represents an opportunity for voters to have a louder voice, more clearly expressed opinions, and ultimately, a stronger democracy for all of us.

COMMUNITY MEMBER, TRI-CITIES

Ranked Choice Voting would strengthen our communities by giving greater confidence to both voters and candidates. Your vote on the ballot should always feel true to YOU!

STATE SENATOR, 40TH LD

As a single mom, I understand that constraints on time, childcare, and money make campaigning a daunting prospect. Ranked-choice voting allows for different kinds of people to run for office and provides more choices for voters.

STATE SENATOR, 34TH LD

Everyone should be able to vote for a candidate they believe in. Ranked choice voting ensures that all voices are heard in our democracy, and that every ballot counts.

STATE REP., 40TH LD

I support ranked-choice voting. We should be able to vote for our favorite candidates without fear.