Pontiac Times

Michigan State Representative Matt Maddock posted a series of tweets between July 22 and July 23, 2025, addressing topics ranging from personal work history to electoral reform.

On July 22, Maddock shared a personal anecdote about his early employment experiences. He wrote, "Hey Hunter! My first paycheck was washing dishes at the Canopy Restaurant."

The following day, on July 23, Maddock commented on Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), expressing strong opposition. In his tweet he stated, "Did you know Ranked Choice Voting is part of the Communist Party Platform and they want it badly. It gives the leftists 1.5 votes to yours." RCV is an alternative voting method in which voters rank candidates by preference rather than selecting just one candidate; advocates argue it can reduce polarization and increase voter satisfaction with election outcomes. However, critics like Maddock have raised concerns about its potential effects on election fairness and party advantage.

Later on July 23, Maddock posted a third tweet containing only a link: "https://t.co/zRjmjfmDSY", without further context.

Ranked Choice Voting has been debated across several states in recent years as some jurisdictions consider reforms to their electoral systems. While proponents believe it provides more representative results by allowing voters to express nuanced preferences, detractors argue that it may complicate ballots and alter traditional voting dynamics.

Matt Maddock serves as a Michigan State Representative. His public commentary reflects ongoing discussions within state legislatures about the merits and drawbacks of alternative voting methods such as RCV.