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Money & Influence 12.1.2016

Individual and PAC Giving to Women Candidates

Research and Reports

Individual and PAC Giving to Women Candidates is part of a collaborative project between the Center for Responsive Politics, Common Cause and Representation2020.

2016 Democracy Scorecard

Research and Reports

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” –Margaret Mead

Voting & Elections 09.1.2016

Tuning In & Turning Out

Research and Reports

Millennials are active but not voting; what's stopping them and how can they make their voices count?

Voting & Elections 08.18.2016

The Secret Ballot at Risk: Recommendations for Protecting Democracy

Research and Reports

“On Election Day, we all are equal. The Secret Ballot ensures voters that employers’ political opinions stop at the ballot box,” said Susannah Goodman, director of Common Cause's national Voting Integrity Campaign. “The Secret Ballot was established for a reason. The Secret Ballot ensures that we can all vote our conscience without undue intimidation and coercion.”

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