Frequently Asked Questions
How do you run races with “None of the Above”?
Some elections require including “None of the Above” (NOTA) as an option. On BetterVoting.com, you can include NOTA by simply adding “None of the Above” as a candidate. If NOTA wins, the election may need to be repeated. If NOTA receives a majority but does not win, the election would proceed according to your organization’s bylaws.
Most voting methods on BetterVoting allow voters to support multiple candidates, which can include NOTA. For example, in an Approval voting election, a voter could select both a candidate and “None of the Above.” This aligns with Equal Vote’s principle that voters should be able to express their full and honest opinions, and that their vote should always be able to make a difference—even if their favorite candidate can’t win.