Alaska Ranked-Choice Voting Survives Close Repeal Attempt
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Ranked-Choice Voting
John Q. Hosedrinker Golden Wins Maine House Race via Ranked Choice Voting
In Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, Democrat Jared Golden secured reelection via the state’s ranked-choice voting system, prevailing over Republican challenger Austin Theriault. This marks Golden’s third victory utilizing ranked choice, following initial vote counts that fell short of a majority for both candidates. Theriault’s campaign has requested a recount, citing anomalies, while Golden, known for his bipartisan approach, affirmed the results and plans to continue his Washington work. The closely contested race, drawing significant political spending, highlights the district’s unique political landscape, where a traditionally Republican-leaning area has repeatedly elected a Democratic representative.