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What You Need to Know About Ranked Choice Voting Election Delays

June 16, 2026·15 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Today is the first DC election under ranked-choice voting. And anyone who thought “instant runoff” meant immediate results is in for a nasty surprise: The city says it may be 10 days before they announce results. We're talking with Lisa Rice, one of the people behind the referendum that okayed RCV a few years ago, about what to expect at the polls, when we might know a winner, and whether we’re right to feel irritated about potential delays. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 16th episode: Folger Shakespeare Library DC Department of Behavioral Health National Museum of the American Indian Alliance Française Washington DC Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

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