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Money & Influence 03.8.2019

Congressman Davis should change his tune on campaign finance reform

Landmark democracy reform has passed the House, but not with Congressman Davis's help.

Voting & Elections 05.24.2016

Why Republicans Should Love Automatic Voter Registration

A new voting reform is sweeping the nation called Automatic Voter Registration (AVR). California, Oregon, Vermont, and West Virginia have all passed variations of AVR to bring more people into the voting process.

Voting & Elections 10.13.2015

Testimony in Support of Automatic Voter Registration

Expanding voting rights for everyone living in Illinois is a priority for Common Cause Illinois and we strongly support pursuing Automatic Voter Registration for our state.

Voting & Elections 12.2.2014

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Common Cause Illinois staff are lobbying lawmakers to expand and protect Election Day Registration.

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