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California’s Chance To Lead on Net Neutrality

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California’s Chance To Lead on Net Neutrality

California has a chance to lead the way on net neutrality, but the clock is ticking. The bill is now on Governor Jerry Brown’s desk for signature, and he has until the end of the month to sign the bill into law. This is California’s opportunity to pave the way for strong net neutrality protections across the country and show Chairman Pai why Americans overwhelmingly support a free and open internet.

Not so fast! Watchdog commission puts brakes on efforts to increase donor limits for legislative leaders

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Not so fast! Watchdog commission puts brakes on efforts to increase donor limits for legislative leaders

In a 2-2 vote by the California Fair Political Practices Commission last week, the commission declined to endorse a proposal that would give greater power and fundraising ability to state legislative leaders, while creating new reporting requirements.  Common Cause California and other open government groups warned against fast-track approval of the proposal. 

Will the Los Angeles Ethics Commission Commit to a Stronger Campaign Public Financing System?

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Will the Los Angeles Ethics Commission Commit to a Stronger Campaign Public Financing System?

This Tuesday, the Los Angeles Ethics Commission is expected to vote on new recommendations to city campaign finance laws. But after all the talk and all the studies, it’s not even clear that they will be discussing a ban on corporate donations or a boost to public financing.

Sacramento Opens its First Vote Center

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Sacramento Opens its First Vote Center

This past Saturday, Sacramento County opened the doors to its first Vote Center for the June 5, 2018 election.

Designing Democracy with the ArtCenter College of Design

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Designing Democracy with the ArtCenter College of Design

California Common Cause partners with the ArtCenter College of Design to design creative approaches to the civic engagement challenges we face.

Vote for Prop 71 this June 2018

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Vote for Prop 71 this June 2018

California Common Cause urges you to vote YES on Prop 71, which will appear on the June 5, 2018 ballot.

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