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Tell Congress: Pass the For the People Act—HR 1—to strengthen democracy.
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Congress: We demand a democracy that works for us!
Add your name to demand that Congress makes a bold show of support for our democracy -- and supports the strongest possible version of the For The People Act.
End Gerrymandering Now
Voters should choose politicians, not the other way around. Together, we can return the power to draw districts to "We The People."
Overturn Citizens United
Together, we can build a democracy in which every voice is represented, not just the voices of a few, wealthy special interests.
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What is the For the People Act - also known as H.R. 1?
Power: For the People
Testimony: For the People Act (H.R. 1)
Common Cause endorses SJR 306, a good bill that sets up a framework for a redistricting commission, and is fighting to add anti-gerrymandering language as we approach the 2020 census.