Will Washington DC Initiative 86, Prohibit Force Feeding Birds and Sale of Foie Gras, pass in the November Election?

Question

Resolves YES if this ballot initiative passes on the November 2026 general election ballot in Washington DC, not if the action ultimately goes into effect.

A simple majority of 50% + 1 vote is needed to pass.

Resolves No if it does not pass in the November 3rd 2026 election.

Resolves N/a if the initiative is removed from ballot or votes are not counted.

Text On Ballot:

The ballot title for Prohibit Force-Feeding Birds and Sale of Foie Gras and Other Fattened Bird Liver Products Initiative is as follows:

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Shall the voters of the City and County of Denver adopt an ordinance prohibiting the force-feeding of birds and, in connection therewith, prohibiting the sale of products derived from force-feeding birds, including foie gras?

What the vote means:

A "yes" vote supports prohibiting the force-feeding of birds to enlarge their livers and banning the commercial sale, distribution, and importation of foie gras and other fattened bird liver products in Washington, D.C, with exemptions for force-feeding directed by a licensed veterinarian solely for therapeutic purposes.

A "no" vote opposes prohibiting the force-feeding of birds to enlarge their livers and banning the commercial sale, distribution, and importation of foie gras and other fattened bird liver products in Washington, D.C, with exemptions for force-feeding directed by a licensed veterinarian solely for therapeutic purposes.

From Ballotpedia

Manifold Markets · Answer

Very likely — Manifold Markets prediction market estimates a 84% chance (11 traders, as of Oct 26, 2026).