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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

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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Polluter Dark Money Is Silencing Science & Stopping Climate Action

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Polluter Dark Money Is Silencing Science & Stopping Climate Action

As hundreds of thousands of people join in the People’s Climate March in New York City this weekend, which Common Cause is co-sponsoring, fossil fuel money pumped in our political system remains the most significant threat to not only passing legislation addressing climate change, but also getting members of Congress talk about the issue.

Marching Towards Real Disclosure

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Marching Towards Real Disclosure

New requirements that broadcasters post information online about their political advertising don't go far enough

Filibuster Strikes Again, Blocks Paycheck Fairness Act

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Filibuster Strikes Again, Blocks Paycheck Fairness Act

A little noticed Senate filibuster has blocked action on a bill designed to close the pay gap between women and men doing comparable jobs

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