1. United States
2. Pa.
3. Letter

I am writing to voice my support for enacting ranked choice voting in PA state and local elections via the Fair Representation Act. The Fair Representation Act would transform Pennsylvania’s congressional map from 17 single-winner districts into 5 multi-winner districts. Voters would elect representatives using proportional ranked choice voting. Gerrymandering would be nearly eliminated, every election would be competitive, and Pennsylvania voters would have far more power than they do today. With more choices in the general election and proportional outcomes, the Fair Representation Act will create more opportunities for urban Republicans, rural Democrats, independents, women, and people of color. Proportional ranked choice voting elects candidates from each party reflecting the political makeup of that region. Pennsylvania’s statewide partisanship is 48% Democrat / 52% Republican. The Fair Representation Act would provide for a fair balance of seats between the two parties to reflect the makeup of the electorate, and most likely create swing seats in at least two districts. Under the Fair Representation Act, the ability to gerrymander for partisan advantage would be drastically reduced. With fewer lines to draw and proportional representation in every district, the redistricting process becomes more fair and the possibility for gerrymandering is nearly eliminated.