Letters: Ranked choice leaves votes on the table
Briefly

Ranked choice voting is perceived negatively by many voters, who find it confusing and worry about their votes potentially going uncounted. The implementation of ranked choice voting often results in a significant number of votes not being counted. Additionally, the impact of immigration policies has led to personal stories of families being torn apart, as exemplified by a grandmother's experience with her granddaughter's second mother facing deportation after decades in the country. Lastly, political maneuvering in California emphasizes the need for Democrats to focus on redistricting to combat gerrymandering effectively.
Ranked choice voting is confusing for many voters, leading to concerns over miscounted or uncounted votes, which ultimately diminishes voter confidence.
Maria, who has cared for Sarah, faces deportation after over 20 years due to increased immigration crackdowns, leaving her family heartbroken.
California Democrats need to prioritize redistricting to combat gerrymandering, which they view as a critical issue in maintaining political power.
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