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Notice and Cure in Pennsylvania

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Notice and Cure in Pennsylvania

A report by Common Cause Pennsylvania and the ACLU of Pennsylvania emphasizes the need for counties to adopt effective, pro-voter policies that increase the number of mail-in ballots that are counted each election cycle and ensure that every eligible voter can successfully cast a ballot.
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Pa. Senate to swear in Jim Brewster to fill western Pa. seat

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Pa. Senate to swear in Jim Brewster to fill western Pa. seat

“It is time to move past the 2020 election and work together to deal with challenges that lie ahead,” said Common Cause Pennsylvania executive director Khalif Ali. “We’re facing a continuing COVID-19 pandemic, racial injustice, an increasing budget deficit and people are struggling to make ends meet. Pennsylvanians are suffering. Let’s move forward -- with a government that is ‘of the people, by the people’ and ‘for the people.’ Common Cause calls on our elected officials to demonstrate the type of leadership that will...

Common Cause Pennsylvania Calls for Resignation of State Senator Doug Mastriano

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Common Cause Pennsylvania Calls for Resignation of State Senator Doug Mastriano

In the wake of yesterday’s insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, Common Cause Pennsylvania is calling for Sen. Doug Mastriano to immediately resign, due to his actions to undermine the outcome of the November 3rd election and his participation in yesterday’s events at the US Capitol.

Common Cause Pennsylvania Condemns GOP State Legislators’ Attempt to Undermine Pennsylvania Popular Vote

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Common Cause Pennsylvania Condemns GOP State Legislators’ Attempt to Undermine Pennsylvania Popular Vote

In America, voters pick our leaders -- our leaders do not pick and choose which voices to heed and which to silence. Common Cause Pennsylvania strongly condemns this blatant and undemocratic attempt by partisan operatives to undermine the will of the voters in Pennsylvania.

Voting Rights Advocates’ Statement in Response to Appeals Court Ruling in Trump v. Boockvar

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Voting Rights Advocates’ Statement in Response to Appeals Court Ruling in Trump v. Boockvar

“Once again, this court decision is a win for voters. We’re glad that this court, also, recognized the lack of evidence and lack of merit in this lawsuit. In America, voters choose our elected officials. Pennsylvania’s voters made a collective decision, weeks ago, and that decision needs to be honored.”

Khalif Ali Joins Common Cause Pennsylvania as Executive Director

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Khalif Ali Joins Common Cause Pennsylvania as Executive Director

Common Cause Pennsylvania has chosen Khalif Ali as its new Executive Director. Ali is a Pittsburgh native, and has extensive background in both democracy issues and community organizing.

Civil rights organizations stand up for Pennsylvania voters against attempt to block valid ballots

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Civil rights organizations stand up for Pennsylvania voters against attempt to block valid ballots

“Voters’ voices must be heard, whether they vote in person, by mail, or needed to cast a provisional ballot. Pennsylvania’s voters don’t deserve to have their ballots called into question by last-minute litigation filed for purely partisan reasons. The process of notifying and allowing voters to fix mistakes on their ballots should not be controversial.”

With Voting Finished, Days-long Tabulation Process Begins

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With Voting Finished, Days-long Tabulation Process Begins

Polls have closed and voting may be finished, but tabulation of all the votes cast in the 2020 general election could take several days because of the high number of mail-in ballots, according to the nonpartisan Pennsylvania Election Protection Coalition.

More than 2,500 Calls to Nonpartisan PA Election Protection Hotline

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More than 2,500 Calls to Nonpartisan PA Election Protection Hotline

“This is exactly what election protection is about --- making sure voters know their rights and have a nonpartisan resource to turn to where they can get their questions answered and find an ally who will ensure they get to cast their vote without interference.”

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