Portland voters ‘well-informed’ in city’s first ranked-choice election, according to poll

| Michaela Bourgeois | KOIN |

PORTLAND, Ore. – After Portland’s first-ever ranked-choice election, an exit poll found a majority of voters were well-informed about how the system works. Overall, the poll found voters had a high level of understanding of ranked-choice ballots, with 85% saying they were already aware of the voting system and 91% reporting they understood how to fill out their ballot.

“Broadly, Portland voters report an understanding of ranked-choice voting according to this poll, an encouraging start for an historic electoral reform” said Deborah Scroggin, City Elections Division manager. “We look forward to a deeper analysis and strategically investing in voter education to ensure every Portlander feels confident casting their vote in future elections.”