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Why are Wisconsin Supreme Court elections so expensive and what can be done about it?

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Why are Wisconsin Supreme Court elections so expensive and what can be done about it?

Some of those factors have pushed high court races in other states into the seven- or even eight-figure range, but only Wisconsin — the first to see nine-figure spending on a court contest — has all of them.

“It’s the whole picture that makes us so obscene,” says Jay Heck, executive director of Common Cause Wisconsin, which advocates for transparent and accountable government.

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Executive Director, Common Cause Wisconsin
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Regional Communications Strategist (Midwest)
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Vote No on August Ballot

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Vote No on August Ballot

Common Cause Wisconsin Urges Voters to Oppose Two Constitutional Amendments on August 13th Primary Ballot

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul Takes Action

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Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul Takes Action

Common Cause Wisconsin supports Wisconsin's Attorney General, Josh Kaul, actions to hold accountable those who attempted to overthrow the will of Wisconsin voters in the 2020 Presidential election by creating a slate of fake electors.

Witnessing the Election Process

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Witnessing the Election Process

This week the Wisconsin Elections Commission held a public hearing for comments about their draft administrative rule on election observation. Common Cause Wisconsin submitted this statement in support of a rule that will provide clarity and uniformity for election observers to witness the election process while allowing election officials to complete their duties transparently and unobstructed and voters to cast their ballots privately and with confidence.

Two Constitutional Amendment Questions On April 2nd Spring Election Ballot

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Two Constitutional Amendment Questions On April 2nd Spring Election Ballot

On the April 2nd Spring Election ballot in Wisconsin, in addition to contests for local offices, judgeships, school board members and other positions, the Wisconsin Legislature has directed that there be two constitutional amendments put before voters for approval or rejection and they are important in how they affect elections and democracy in Wisconsin and in your ability to participate in those elections fairly and freely.

Fair Price for Fair Maps

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Fair Price for Fair Maps

Wisconsin Taxpayers to Pay Just $64,000 for Fair Voting Maps After Doling Out More Than $3 Million for Unfair, Partisan Gerrymandered Maps Over last 13 Years.

Wisconsin Has Fair Legislative Voting Maps!

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Wisconsin Has Fair Legislative Voting Maps!

Today, Wisconsinites also can begin celebrating new, far more fair and representative state legislative district voting maps that will be in effect for this year’s August primary and November general elections. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed into law the very same voting maps he submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Overwhelming Opposition to Flawed Redistricting Reform Bill at Public Hearing

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Overwhelming Opposition to Flawed Redistricting Reform Bill at Public Hearing

Opponents, including CC/WI Director Jay Heck’s lead-off testimony, cited "trust" issues and a flawed bill and process and a lack of bipartisan and citizen input. The hearing room was filled to capacity, with dozens testifying and not a single "citizen" spoke in full support of SB 488/AB 415.

50 State Report: Wisconsin Earns Failing Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

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50 State Report: Wisconsin Earns Failing Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

MADISON, WI — Today, Common Cause, the leading anti-gerrymandering group, published a report grading the redistricting process in all 50 states from the view of the community. The comprehensive report evaluates public access, outreach, and education in each state based on an analysis of more than 120 detailed surveys and more than 60 interviews.  

Vos and Redistricting Reform in Wisconsin

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Vos and Redistricting Reform in Wisconsin

Vos's sudden embrace of nonpartisan redistricting reform legislation just doesn't pass the smell test.

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