Backers of ranked choice voting are ramping up efforts to expand the system beyond New York City, according to Spectrum News.
At an Albany info session, Unite NY explained how the method lets voters rank candidates by preference, aiming to make elections fairer and more representative.
Supporters say it boosts turnout and trust, while critics argue it complicates voting and may delay results. Expanding upstate would require legal changes and public buy-in — and advocates say education is their first move.
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