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Kenny Colston

Midwest Regional Communications Strategist

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Minnesota Civil Rights Groups, Two Minnesota Voters File Motion to Block DOJ from Seizing Voter Data

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Minnesota Civil Rights Groups, Two Minnesota Voters File Motion to Block DOJ from Seizing Voter Data

The case is part of the Trump administration’s broader effort to compel states to turn over their full voter registration databases, including sensitive personal information such as a voter’s full name, data of birth, address, partial social security and driver’s license numbers.

The Public Must Be Involved in Capitol Changes

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The Public Must Be Involved in Capitol Changes

Conversations about changes to the Capitol campus about security are happening mostly in private. But Minnesotans deserve to be part of a discussion that directly impacts the public

Partisan Behavior Leads to Unacceptable Special Session

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Partisan Behavior Leads to Unacceptable Special Session

Common Cause Minnesota is criticizing legislators for prioritizing partisan squabbles over the needs of the people, requiring a special session to pass a state budget this year.  

Legislators Put Billionaire Bribes Above People

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Legislators Put Billionaire Bribes Above People

Legislators failed to include an important provision banning bribes and vote solicitations in this year’s state and local government and elections omnibus bill, giving Super PACs and billionaires a continued opportunity to influence Minnesota elections through bribery.

Community and BIPOC groups to hold press conference

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Community and BIPOC groups to hold press conference

Local community and BIPOC-led organizations will hold a press conference to outline their priorities for the 2025 Minnesota Legislative Session on Thursday, January 16.

Problems Voting? Call or Text Nonpartisan Hotline for Help

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Problems Voting? Call or Text Nonpartisan Hotline for Help

As Election Day 2024 nears, Common Cause Minnesota is encouraging voters who need assistance to contact the multilingual nonpartisan Election Protection hotline to make sure their vote counts this year.

Volunteers Needed for Statewide Nonpartisan Election Program

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Volunteers Needed for Statewide Nonpartisan Election Program

Common Cause Minnesota is calling for nonpartisan volunteers to assist voters who may have any trouble casting a ballot in this year’s election, including voting registration, early and absentee mail voting, and any other concerns.

High Scores for Minnesota on Common Cause’s 2024 Democracy Scorecard

High Scores for Minnesota on Common Cause’s 2024 Democracy Scorecard

Common Cause, the nonpartisan watchdog, released its 2024 “Democracy Scorecard," recording every member of Congress’ support for voting rights, Supreme Court ethics, and other reforms.

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