Portland United for Change

25/02/2025

DID YOU KNOW? Over half of Portland voters who participated in ranked-choice voting (RCV) preferred this system over the previous one, according to poll.

Overall, the majority of Portland voters had a positive experience using RCV and felt confident in how to complete their ballot. Click the link to read the article and learn more. 📖✨👀

https://www.axios.com/local/portland/2025/02/24/ranked-choice-voting-poll?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_portland&stream=top&fbclid=IwY2xjawIpmqFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZW5cH-_BHz8ZBIbkjpC1uS_uOsfdIMuz1oB1jjWJhwUFmOgqxkaAhA_dw_aem_F0cvuoAu3-lbmLcsg5LlAA

But it also found many voters were overwhelmed by the number of candidates on their ballots.

26/11/2024

Earlier this month, Portland voters like Chris embraced ranked-choice voting, giving them the power to support the candidates they truly believe in—without the fear of wasting their vote. It was a WIN for both representation and choice!

25/11/2024

"The City Council races were marked by collaborative campaigning and less negative messaging between the frontrunners. As expected in an RCV race, candidates recognized they would benefit from a coalitional style of campaigning – finding areas of compromise with rival candidates, and asking for second-choice support from their rivals’ supporters."

Thank you FairVote for covering the RCV November election in Portland. We believe collaborative campaigning we lead to a more collaborative government and better results for Portlanders! 🎉

Ranked choice voting is already proving its ability to provide better representation and promote effective governance in Portland.

15/11/2024

Collaborative Campaigning 🤝 Collaborative Leadership

Beth C. shares why she believes ranked-choice voting can bring us closer together and help create a local government that works together to make a meaningful difference.

15/11/2024

THIS. 👏👏👏

Can ranked choice voting ensure that all voices in a diverse democracy are heard?

12/11/2024

For the first time, Portland voters used ranked-choice voting to elect its Mayor, Auditor and City Council. 🗳️ Listen to what Joseph Y. from Portland had to say about his voting experience! 📣

06/11/2024

We’ve heard from many Portland voters about how easy and empowering it felt to rank candidates for Mayor, Auditor, and City Council this year.🥳

If you haven’t voted yet, there’s still time! You have until 8 pm TONIGHT ⏳ to make your voice heard and be part of shaping our city's future. Every vote matters—thank you making our democracy stronger! 💪

05/11/2024

📣Today is the last day to rank your vote for Portland Mayor and City Council. Make sure you return your ballot via mail postmarked with today's date or at a official drop site. Visit bit.ly/pdx-votes to learn more!

04/11/2024

Need help filling out your ballot? Go to bit.ly/pdx-votes for your quick guide to ranked-choice voting or visit one of these locations for in-person help. 🗳️

Community for Positive Aging
1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212
Monday, Nov. 4: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

PIAFC - Pacific Islander & Asian Family Center
8040 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213
Monday, Nov 4: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Nov 5: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Africa House
709 NE 102nd Ave, Portland, OR 97220
Monday, Nov 4: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday, Nov 5: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

In the November 5th election, Portland voters are using ranked choice voting to cast their ballots for Mayor, Auditor, and City Council. We’ve compiled simple instructions, video explainers, and answers to frequently asked questions to give voters the information - and confidence - to make their v...

04/11/2024

🚨 ATTENTION VOTERS 🚨

01/11/2024

Only FOUR more days to cast your vote using in Portland. We're counting on you to make your voice heard and by November 5.

31/10/2024

As you fill out your ranked-choice ballot remember that you can only choose one candidate per rank column, so only one candidate can be your #1 rank!

Vote by Nov. 5!