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Trump Business Conflicts of Interest Are Very Real Regardless of What He Believes

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Trump Business Conflicts of Interest Are Very Real Regardless of What He Believes

Americans expect their President to be completely above reproach on ethics and transparency, and to put the business of the nation first. Donald Trump’s actions and rhetoric to date have been tone deaf to legitimate concerns raised about the myriad ways his business empire raises serious conflict of interest problems during the transition, as well as when he takes office. The President-elect has made a series of troubling statements stating that president cannot have conflicts of interest.

Comments on President-Elect Donald Trump’s Conflicts of Interest

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Comments on President-Elect Donald Trump’s Conflicts of Interest

President-elect Donald Trump’s extensive and far-flung business interests make him unique in the history of the American presidency. Common Cause, a watchdog on behalf of open, honest and accountable government since our founding 46 years ago, is committed to keeping a close eye on how Mr. Trump and his administration answer the ethical questions raised by his awesome new responsibilities.

A challenging moment

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A challenging moment

Our new political reality shows that the work we do -- together -- to preserve and strengthen our democracy is more vital than ever.

Oregon Officials Probing Deceptive Robocalls to Voters

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Oregon Officials Probing Deceptive Robocalls to Voters

Oregon's secretary of state is looking into reports that some voters are getting robocalls that tell them they're not registered and can't vote

WATCH: ALEC’s Illegal Lobbying Scheme

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WATCH: ALEC’s Illegal Lobbying Scheme

See how ALEC helped Exxon lobby for anti-environmental legislation and deny climate science

It’s time to ask about democracy.

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It’s time to ask about democracy.

In the next presidential debate, moderators from CNN and ABC will consider asking some of the top 30 questions voted on by the public, so we have the opportunity to ask both candidates about important democracy reforms. These are seven questions that must be asked.

Democracy On The Ballot In 2016

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Democracy On The Ballot In 2016

From coast to coast, voters have an opportunity this fall to vote on and approve reforms that help create a democracy that works for everyone. From Rhode Island to California, democracy reform is on the ballot. Common Cause is leading many of these initiatives that aim to #FightBigMoney and create a government truly of, by, and for the people.

202 Days Later, why hasn’t the Senate #DoYourJob?

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202 Days Later, why hasn’t the Senate #DoYourJob?

The Supreme Court convened on Monday for a new term with an old problem: 202 days after President Obama nominated Merrick Garland to fill the vacancy left by the death last February of Justice Antonin Scalia, the seat remains open and the court remains evenly split between “liberal” and “conservative” factions.

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