Traditional elections in the U.S. can make voters feel like their choices are limited. It might seem like there is a predetermined winner—typically the most well-connected or well-funded. Or, voters may feel like they are choosing the lesser of two evils in order to prevent a worst-case scenario.
Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) can help. With RCV, voters rank candidates from favorite to least favorite. On Election Night, first-choice votes are counted to determine who voters like the best. If a candidate receives a majority of votes, they win. If no candidate receives a majority, the candidate with the fewest first-choice rankings is eliminated. If your favorite candidate is eliminated, your vote is instantly counted toward your next choice. This repeats until one candidate reaches a majority and wins.
Elections should represent voters’ choices fairly and accurately. Ranked Choice Voting amplifies the voice of the people.
New Mexico has adopted Semi-Open Primaries!
Legislation
New Mexico has adopted Semi-Open Primaries!
Semi-open Primaries (Senate Bill 16) passed the NM Legislature in the 2025 regular session and will be implemented in time for the June 2026 primary elections.
This legislation allows independent and minor-party voters to participate in publicly-funded primary elections by selecting a ballot of the major political party of their choice to vote on, without changing their registration!
Election Protection
National Campaign
Election Protection
No eligible New Mexican voter should face intimidation, misinformation or harassment at their polling place. We've expanded our program, mobilizing volunteers to answer questions and assist voters.
Lobbyist Disclosures
New York
Lobbyist Disclosures
When well-connected lobbyists wield too much power and influence, everyday New Mexicans are shut out of the process.
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