Politics & Government
The Effect of Ranked-Choice Voting on Political Extremism
Quick fact
In ranked-choice elections, candidates often need second-choice votes to win, which incentivizes them to tone down extreme positions and reach out to a broader audience, potentially reducing political extremism.
Why this is interesting
Have you ever voted for a candidate you liked but felt you were 'wasting' your vote? Ranked-choice voting might be the answer—and it could also be making politicians more moderate.