Common Cause Policy Statement: Call to Invoke the 25th Amendment
Common Cause calls on the Cabinet and Vice President Vance to invoke the 25th Amendment immediately and begin succession planning.
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2026 June Election – Voter Information Center
California will have a statewide election on June 2, 2026. Across the state, voters will be asked to decide on candidates for federal, state, and local offices. Voters in many cities and counties will vote on ballot measures that could shape the future of their local communities.
Use this page to learn how you can participate in the June primary election and how you can help fight for our democracy by supporting Common Cause’s election protection program. Make your voice heard!
Use this page to learn how you can participate in the June primary election and how you can help fight for our democracy by supporting Common Cause’s election protection program. Make your voice heard!
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50th Anniversary Summit: More Voices, Stronger Democracy
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People-Centered Representation: Findings from the Angelenos for Fair Maps Campaign
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Democracy in Action: Poll Observer Findings and Recommendations from California’s 2024 General Election
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California Municipal Campaign Finance Index
The Municipal Campaign Finance Index (MCFI) is an organized accounting of campaign finance laws in all California cities. The Index and its accompanying report supply comprehensive data and context for California’s municipal campaign finance landscape.
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Democracy in Action: Poll Observer Findings from California’s March 2024 Elections
National Report
California Community Redistricting Report Card
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Remote Public Participation at City Council Meetings Is Feasible, Strengthens Local Democracy
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Breaking Barriers to the Ballot Box: Expanding Language Access for California Voters
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For The People: A Roadmap for Community-Centered Independent Redistricting in Los Angeles
This report provides a roadmap for community-centered independent redistricting in Los Angeles. California Common Cause carefully analyzed and reviewed the report produced by the Los Angeles City Council's Legislative Analyst's Office and prepared recommendations that seek to ensure that a fully independent redistricting commission is adopted in LA.
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Fair Maps in the State of California
A detailed look at the successes and challenges of the 2020 California Citizens Redistricting Commission.
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The California Dream
A 2023 Report: Using Public Financing of Elections to Build an Inclusive and Multi-Racial Democracy Powered by Small Donors