League of Women Voters of La Grange Area brewery event to illustrate ranked choice voting process

The League of Women Voters of the La Grange Area will sponsor an informational event on the ranked choice voting process from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 20 at Imperial Oak Brewing, 9526 Ogden Ave., Brookfield, where guests can sample beers and flights of cheddar cheeses.

Ranked choice voting improves fairness in elections by allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference, according to a news release. Voters have the option to rank them first, second, third and so on. LWV supports ranked choice voting because it results in more representative outcomes, according to the release.

Event participants will learn about the ranked choice process while tasting and ranking brews paired with cheddar cheeses.

Cost is $25. The event is open to those 21 and older. For information, email league@lagrangearealwv.org or visit my.lwv.org/illinois/la-grange-area.

The League of Women Voters is a political organization that neither supports nor opposes candidates or parties, and encourages informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters of the La Grange Area serves the people of Brookfield, Burr Ridge, Countryside, Indian Head Park, Hinsdale, Hodgkins, La Grange, La Grange Highlands, La Grange Park, Riverside, Western Springs and Westchester.