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Albany Votes Ranked Choice | Albany News
Albany’s voting future just got a major twist: a ranked choice voting proposal just hit the Common Council, letting voters rank candidates by preference and eliminating runoff elections. Backed by 3,000 petition signatures, supporters say it’s more inclusive and ensures winners have majority support. But there’s a catch — the bill also merges party primaries with the general election, sparking debate. Critics warn it could favor wealthy candidates who can flood the airwaves with ads. The Law Committee is now weighing the big changes — and Albany’s voters are watching closely. Listen in…
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