What is IRV/RCV?
Empower Your Vote with Instant Runoff Voting
Instant Runoff Voting (IRV), also called ranked choice voting, is a simple, yet powerful way to vote. Voters can better express their candidate preferences.
IRV/RCV gives every voter the freedom to fully express their support for candidates they like without fear their vote will be wasted or help elect someone they do not like.
IRV/RCV is used in 50+ U.S. jurisdictions giving 14 million voters are strong voice. Several cities in Colorado have already adopted IRV/RCV including Broomfield, Boulder, and most recently, Fort Collins!
IRV/RCV transforms the voting experience by preventing wasted votes. It ensures that every vote contributes to electing a candidate who truly represents the majority’s choice.
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Eliminates the fear of wasting your vote.
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Promotes candidates who reflect the community’s values.
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Encourages diverse candidates to run for office.
WHY WE EXIST
Denver Deserves Democracy was born after the city council missed the opportunity to put Instant Runoff Voting on the ballot in August 2025. Our group came together from a shared belief in fairer, more representative elections and a desire to ensure voters’ voices are truly heard. From this setback, we found new determination to make change possible.
MISSION STATEMENT
Equality Meets Opportunity
Our mission is clear: Get RCV/IRV on the ballot through dedicated grassroots organizing— powered by everyday Denverites. We’re leading a community-driven effort to bring Ranked Choice Voting to Denver, relying on people like you to help us build a stronger, more inclusive democracy.