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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

January 20, 2026

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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Defending Your Data: Why Common Cause is Going to Court Against the Department of Justice

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Defending Your Data: Why Common Cause is Going to Court Against the Department of Justice

Here are three reasons it’s critical to stop the DOJ’s attempt to seize your personal information.

December 2, 2025

Common Cause Wrapped 2025

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Common Cause Wrapped 2025

The Top Common Cause Led Victories of the Year

December 2, 2025

We told you so! Texas’ Map is Struck Down as Racial Gerrymander

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We told you so! Texas’ Map is Struck Down as Racial Gerrymander

In a victory for fair representation, Texas’ mid-decade racial gerrymander of its congressional map has been struck down

November 19, 2025

Protecting Colorado’s Democracy Requires Nonpartisan Watchdogs

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Protecting Colorado’s Democracy Requires Nonpartisan Watchdogs

Colorado must maintain a government that serves the people, not special interests.

November 13, 2025

Trump’s Redistricting Gamble: New Maps a Partisan Washout

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Trump’s Redistricting Gamble: New Maps a Partisan Washout

Trump's push to gerrymander continued control of the U.S. House is failing.

November 13, 2025

The Dizzying Mid-Decade Redraw: Where Are We Now?

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The Dizzying Mid-Decade Redraw: Where Are We Now?

The fight for fair maps isn’t over — and Common Cause will keep leading it wherever and whenever it demands.

November 10, 2025

Here’s Why Common Cause Filed 57 Complaints Against the Trump Administration for Violating Federal Ethics Laws

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Here’s Why Common Cause Filed 57 Complaints Against the Trump Administration for Violating Federal Ethics Laws

When the Trump Administration started using government platforms to blame Democrats for the shutdown, we jumped into action.

October 24, 2025

The Supreme Court Hears Arguments on a Key Section of the Voting Rights Act

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The Supreme Court Hears Arguments on a Key Section of the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court heard a case that could undo one of the most important protections for American democracy.

October 24, 2025

Who is Trump’s FCC Chair Brendan Carr? 5 Ways He’s Undermining Free Speech

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Who is Trump’s FCC Chair Brendan Carr? 5 Ways He’s Undermining Free Speech

October 22, 2025

Americans want redistricting reform. Here’s how we do it.

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Americans want redistricting reform. Here’s how we do it.

We’re collectively seeing, in real time, how redistricting is much more than lines on a map.

October 8, 2025

Miller and His Allies Want to Silence Millions of Americans

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Miller and His Allies Want to Silence Millions of Americans

Stephen Miller’s allies are pushing a national “show your papers” rule that would make voter registration harder for millions.

October 8, 2025

9 Ways the Trump Shutdown Will Make You Worse Off

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9 Ways the Trump Shutdown Will Make You Worse Off

Trump refused to strike a funding deal with the Republican-led Congress, pushing the country toward a government shutdown that will disrupt federal services and harm everyday Americans. Meanwhile, billionaires remain untouched as his agenda puts wealthy interests ahead of the public.

September 26, 2025

Fire Kristi Noem: DHS Secretary Cannot Remain In Charge After Minnesota ICE Killings

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Defending Your Data: Why Common Cause is Going to Court Against the Department of Justice

Common Cause Wrapped 2025

We told you so! Texas’ Map is Struck Down as Racial Gerrymander

Protecting Colorado’s Democracy Requires Nonpartisan Watchdogs

Trump’s Redistricting Gamble: New Maps a Partisan Washout

The Dizzying Mid-Decade Redraw: Where Are We Now?

Here’s Why Common Cause Filed 57 Complaints Against the Trump Administration for Violating Federal Ethics Laws

The Supreme Court Hears Arguments on a Key Section of the Voting Rights Act

Who is Trump’s FCC Chair Brendan Carr? 5 Ways He’s Undermining Free Speech

Americans want redistricting reform. Here’s how we do it.

Miller and His Allies Want to Silence Millions of Americans

9 Ways the Trump Shutdown Will Make You Worse Off

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Democracy in 2026: What You Should Be Watching

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Defending Your Data: Why Common Cause is Going to Court Against the Department of Justice

Common Cause Wrapped 2025

We told you so! Texas’ Map is Struck Down as Racial Gerrymander

Protecting Colorado’s Democracy Requires Nonpartisan Watchdogs

Trump’s Redistricting Gamble: New Maps a Partisan Washout

The Dizzying Mid-Decade Redraw: Where Are We Now?

Here’s Why Common Cause Filed 57 Complaints Against the Trump Administration for Violating Federal Ethics Laws

The Supreme Court Hears Arguments on a Key Section of the Voting Rights Act

Who is Trump’s FCC Chair Brendan Carr? 5 Ways He’s Undermining Free Speech

Americans want redistricting reform. Here’s how we do it.

Miller and His Allies Want to Silence Millions of Americans

9 Ways the Trump Shutdown Will Make You Worse Off

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We exposed Elon Musk, now we’ll do the same to Stephen Miller