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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

January 20, 2026

With the midterm elections looming, the news cycle is about to become a partisan whirlwind. The real threats to democracy – the ones that will significantly impact your life – risk getting buried in chaos.

That’s why we compiled the top 5 democracy trends Common Cause is monitoring in 2026, and what we’re doing about them.

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Three Things to Know About the Citizens United Decision

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Three Things to Know About the Citizens United Decision

Today marks the sixteenth anniversary of Citizens United. Here are three ways the 2010 Citizens United decision has made our politics worse and increased corruption.

January 21, 2026

Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

January 20, 2026

47 Ways Trump Has Made Your Life Worse in 1 Year

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47 Ways Trump Has Made Your Life Worse in 1 Year

On January 21, 2025, Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president. Here are 47 ways he has broken his promises and made your life worse.

January 20, 2026

The Lessons Martin Luther King Jr. Taught Us Ring True Today

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The Lessons Martin Luther King Jr. Taught Us Ring True Today

This isn't the first time or the last time in our nation's history where the odds seem against us, and the forces of injustice feel insurmountable. If you're looking for some inspiration or hope right now, the words of Martin Luther King Jr. are a great place to start.

January 17, 2026

House GOP Leadership’s stock-trading proposal has serious shortcomings

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House GOP Leadership’s stock-trading proposal has serious shortcomings

January 13, 2026

Venezuela Dilemma: Which Members of Congress are tied to Big Oil?

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Venezuela Dilemma: Which Members of Congress are tied to Big Oil?

Members of Congress from both sides of the aisle hold lucrative investments in the energy sector, totaling $33.69 million according to Capitol Trades.

January 9, 2026

Are You in One of These 14 States? Your Vote Could Be Impacted in 2026

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Are You in One of These 14 States? Your Vote Could Be Impacted in 2026

Recently, the United States Postal Service changed how it is handling post marked time sensitive mail. This impacts voting by mail, paying your bills, and filling taxes.

January 7, 2026

Callais Decision Isn’t an Excuse to Eliminate Black Districts in the South

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Callais Decision Isn’t an Excuse to Eliminate Black Districts in the South

Looking at you, Florida, Alabama, and South Carolina.

January 7, 2026

Trump’s Venezuela Action Is an Unconstitutional Abuse of Power That Endangers American Lives and Interests

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Trump’s Venezuela Action Is an Unconstitutional Abuse of Power That Endangers American Lives and Interests

Common Cause strongly condemns President Trump’s unilateral use of U.S. military and law enforcement forces in Venezuela, including the detention of that country’s president and associated military operations.

January 3, 2026

Indiana Redistricting Fight Shows People Power Still Matters

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Indiana Redistricting Fight Shows People Power Still Matters

Here's how Hoosiers exercised their power to secure this victory

December 12, 2025

Congress Made Over $635 Million In Stock Trades While Americans Struggled – See Who Traded the Most

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Congress Made Over $635 Million In Stock Trades While Americans Struggled – See Who Traded the Most

It’s no secret that members of Congress, who often have access to information the public doesn’t, can buy and sell stocks. Here's the members of Congress who traded the most stock this year.

December 12, 2025

Supreme Court Flip Flop Means Congress Must Act

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Supreme Court Flip Flop Means Congress Must Act

Demand Congress end mid-decade redistricting and require states to adopt independent redistricting commissions.

December 5, 2025

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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

Recevez les mises à jour nationales

Recevez des nouvelles de dernière minute, des opportunités d’action et des ressources sur la démocratie.

Three Things to Know About the Citizens United Decision

Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

47 Ways Trump Has Made Your Life Worse in 1 Year

The Lessons Martin Luther King Jr. Taught Us Ring True Today

House GOP Leadership’s stock-trading proposal has serious shortcomings

Venezuela Dilemma: Which Members of Congress are tied to Big Oil?

Are You in One of These 14 States? Your Vote Could Be Impacted in 2026

Callais Decision Isn’t an Excuse to Eliminate Black Districts in the South

Trump’s Venezuela Action Is an Unconstitutional Abuse of Power That Endangers American Lives and Interests

Indiana Redistricting Fight Shows People Power Still Matters

Congress Made Over $635 Million In Stock Trades While Americans Struggled – See Who Traded the Most

Supreme Court Flip Flop Means Congress Must Act

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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

Recevez les mises à jour nationales

Recevez des nouvelles de dernière minute, des opportunités d’action et des ressources sur la démocratie.

Three Things to Know About the Citizens United Decision

Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

47 Ways Trump Has Made Your Life Worse in 1 Year

The Lessons Martin Luther King Jr. Taught Us Ring True Today

House GOP Leadership’s stock-trading proposal has serious shortcomings

Venezuela Dilemma: Which Members of Congress are tied to Big Oil?

Are You in One of These 14 States? Your Vote Could Be Impacted in 2026

Callais Decision Isn’t an Excuse to Eliminate Black Districts in the South

Trump’s Venezuela Action Is an Unconstitutional Abuse of Power That Endangers American Lives and Interests

Indiana Redistricting Fight Shows People Power Still Matters

Congress Made Over $635 Million In Stock Trades While Americans Struggled – See Who Traded the Most

Supreme Court Flip Flop Means Congress Must Act

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We exposed Elon Musk, now we’ll do the same to Stephen Miller