In his presentation, Dr. Bickers emphasized that election rules act like the rules of a sport—they determine who plays, what strategies they use, and which "fans" (voters) engage. Beyond Ranked Choice Voting, he outlined several other frameworks used in the U.S. and abroad:The "No Perfect System" Principle
Dr. Bickers concluded that no voting system is "perfect." Each privileges different values—some prioritize stability and efficiency, while others prioritize minority representation or candidate moderation. Using his Texas-rooted analogy, he noted that while football might be the "standard," changing the rules creates entirely different games like baseball or soccer, each with its own merits and flaws.