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	"author_name": "Frederick Democratic Socialists of America",
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	"title": "Board of Aldermen: Pass Ranked Choice Now!",
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	"description": "We need your help to make our elections better! We’re asking the Frederick City Board of Aldermen to adopt Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) for our local elections. By signing this petition, you are taking a stand for a more democratic and effective voting system. Here’s why your signature matters: Empower Voter Choice: Ranked Choice Voting empowers you to rank candidates in order of preference, making your vote more meaningful and reflective of your true choices. Promote Positive Campaigning: RCV encourages candidates to engage in more positive and issue-focused campaigning, as they seek to earn not just your first-choice vote but also your second and third choices. Achieve True Majority Support: With RCV, elected officials must secure a majority of the votes, ensuring they have broad support from the community. This leads to more legitimate and widely accepted outcomes. Reduce Wasted Votes: Your vote will always count. If your top choice is not elected, your vote is transferred to your next preferred candidate, reducing the frustration of feeling like your vote didn’t matter. Enhance Civic Engagement: Implementing RCV can increase voter turnout by making elections more engaging and competitive, leading to a more vibrant and participatory democracy. Call to Action: We need your support to bring Ranked Choice Voting to Frederick City. Your signature on this petition is a powerful statement that you care about the future of our local democracy. Join your neighbors in calling for a fairer and more representative voting system. Sign the Petition Today: Add your name to the growing list of Frederick City residents who support Ranked Choice Voting. Let’s work together to make our elections more democratic and ensure every vote counts.",
	"url": "https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/board-of-aldermen-pass-ranked-choice-now"
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