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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · 1d

We are really excited to canvass this weekend in Greenbelt! Join us on Sunday at 11am. Bring a friend, knock some doors, get a cool t-shirt.

RSVP at www.rcvmd.org/greenbelt_ca...

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · 2d

Rally for #RCV with @raskin.house.gov and @ashantimartinez.bsky.social!

#RankedChoiceVoting is on the ballot this November in Greenbelt. Come out for our rally in Greenbelt on SATURDAY October 26 starting at 1:30 PM.

RSVP www.rcvmd.org/rally4rcv_gr...

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · 7d

We are our canvassing every weekend until Election Day!

Come canvass or phonebank with us. Sign up at rcvmd.org/events

#elections #rankedchoicevoting

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · 12d

Voter education is essential for any election. When voters are informed it makes voting easier and more meaningful. Across Maryland, cities are holding elections.

🗳️ Check your city government website to confirm the election date and make a plan to vote! Happy #NationalVoterEducationWeek!

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · 14d

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · 14d

#RankedChoiceVoting is on the ballot this November in Greenbelt MD!

Every week this month we need:
- 10 volunteers to canvass for 2 hours
- 40 volunteers to phone bank for 2 hours

Volunteer at www.rcvmd.org/events

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FairVote @fairvote.bsky.social · 18d

“I want to make sure everyone's voice matters and that they feel they are part of electing someone who's going to represent their community well.”

– @rcvmd.org's Michelle Whittaker discusses the power of #RankedChoiceVoting on “Hey, Rockville!”👇

Hey, Rockville! | Why Pick Just 1? Ranked Choice Voting

Suzan and Jaime have a conversation with Michelle Whittaker, Executive Director of Ranked Choice Voting Maryland. Michelle sheds light on what ranked-choice voting is, how it works, and addresses c...

heyrockville.transistor.fm

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · 17d

In Maryland we're building a cross-partisan movement in support of #RCV. Voters everywhere understand that #RankedChoiceVoting gives them a stronger voice!

If your organization would like to have an expert speak about RCV, contact us at www.rcvmd.org/contact

Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Sep 15

View the full responses from Annapolis Candidates www.rcvmd.org/2025_annapol...

All candidates were sent the survey. The survey does not constitute an endorsement of any candidate or campaign. Ranked Choice Voting Maryland is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization registered in Maryland.

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Sep 15

🗓️ Annapolis City Election Dates
Primary Election: September 16, 2025
General Election: November 4, 2025
More info: www.annapolis.gov/2125/2025-El...

As part of our dedication to foster #betterelections, we are conducting candidate surveys for elections in 2025 and 2026.

2025 Elections Information | Annapolis, MD

Learn more about the 2025 Annapolis Elections

www.annapolis.gov

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Sep 8

ROCKVILLE: The City Council is discussing how to improve Rockville elections today at 7:00pm. Join Michelle Whittaker and League of Women Voters of Montgomery County at World of Beer for a happy hour at 5:00pm.

If you're in the neighborhood, show your support for #RCV!

Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Sep 8

TODAY: MD City Councils talk #RCV

ANNAPOLIS: We submitted a letter signed by 12 state and local organizations in support of ordinance O-35-25 "Ranked Choice Voting in Annapolis City Elections". Join Owen Anderson at the city council meeting in person today at 7:00pm.

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Sep 3

View the full responses we received from Frederick Candidates www.rcvmd.org/2025_frederi...

All candidates were sent the survey. The survey does not constitute an endorsement of any candidate or campaign. Ranked Choice Voting Maryland is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization registered in Maryland.

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Sep 3

🗓️ Frederick City Election Dates
Primary Election: September 9, 2025
General Election: November 4, 2025
More info: www.cityoffrederickmd.gov/1750/Informa...

As part of our dedication to foster #betterelections across the state, we are conducting candidate surveys for elections in 2025 and 2026.

Information for Voters | The City of Frederick, MD - Official Website

This is page that includes information on voter registration and polling places.

www.cityoffrederickmd.gov

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 25

The next few weeks have so many ways to support better elections in MD with #RankedChoiceVoting. Check out our upcoming #RCV events across the state and online!

Learn more and RSVP at: www.rcvmd.org/events

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 25

Frederick Social has been rescheduled to:
August 28 | 6pm - 8pm.

Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 24

Join us and @lwvmc.bsky.social on September 8 for a fun happy hour before the Mayor & Council talk about #elections in Rockville on September 8!

Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to a more vibrant and responsive democracy in Rockville.

#RCV RSVP www.rcvmd.org/rockville_rc...

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 21

@baltimoresun.bsky.social cited a great independent study in their story covering #RCV.

Annapolis residents leading the charge on #RankedChoiceVoting are holding an Action Planning meeting on September 2.

Join online at 7pm to show your support!
RSVP www.rcvmd.org/annapolis_ac...

Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 21

Hey Hyattsville, residents have made a lot of progress advocating for #RCV this year.

Let's talk next Thursday on August 28 and learn together where we go from here!

Join advocates online at 7pm
RSVP www.rcvmd.org/hyattsville_...

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 19

Frederick | Frederick Social
August 27 | 6pm - 8pm
RSVP www.rcvmd.org/frederick_so...

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 19

Come hangout with #RCV advocates next week! We'll be in #Annapolis on Tuesday and #Frederick on Wednesday.

Annapolis | Forward Brewing
August 26 | 5:30pm - 6pm
RSVP www.rcvmd.org/annapolis_so...

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 19

We expect #RCV to be on the city council agendas.

Rockville RSVP www.rcvmd.org/rockville_ci...

Annapolis RSVP www.rcvmd.org/annapolis_he...

Can't make it but want to support in other ways? www.rcvmd.org/get_involved

Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 19

Save the Date for September 8... a big day for #RankedChoiceVoting!

Come grab signs, stickers, and t-shirts to show your support in City Halls at Rockville at 6:30pm and Annapolis at 7:00pm.

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Aug 15

#RankedChoiceVoting makes the news in @baltimoresun.bsky.social and Capital Gazette!

Join the movement: www.rcvmd.org/get_involved

Let's make elections better with #RCV by giving every voter more power and more choice, in Annapolis and beyond.

www.capitalgazette.com/2025/08/15/r...

Effort to introduce ranked choice voting in Annapolis promises fairer elections

The Annapolis City Council is considering changing elections to a ranked choice voting system, which some Republicans object to.

www.capitalgazette.com

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Ranked Choice Voting Maryland @rcvmd.org · Jul 30

Thank you! The #FairRepAct was also introduced in March of last year

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