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Tomorrow: National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, Sept. 17

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Tomorrow: National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, Sept. 17

September 16, 2024

Common Cause in Connecticut encourages all eligible and current voters to either register or update their registration on National Voter Registration Day, Tuesday, Sept. 17.

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“Proof That Our Systems Work:” Common Cause in Connecticut Statement on Bridgeport Election Order

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“Proof That Our Systems Work:” Common Cause in Connecticut Statement on Bridgeport Election Order

November 7, 2023

CT Insider: CT’s absentee ballot boxes are under fire amid Bridgeport investigation. Here’s what to know

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CT Insider: CT’s absentee ballot boxes are under fire amid Bridgeport investigation. Here’s what to know

"This does not demonstrate a problem with the boxes. It demonstrates a problem with the local officials in Bridgeport."

October 2, 2023

Common Cause in CT Addresses Bridgeport Ballot Stuffing Allegations

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Common Cause in CT Addresses Bridgeport Ballot Stuffing Allegations

“We will watch this situation closely as it develops, and we will continue to speak up against those who intend to sow doubt in the integrity of our elections.”

September 19, 2023

Urgent Funding Needed for Reliable Tabulators and Upgrades

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Urgent Funding Needed for Reliable Tabulators and Upgrades

Common Cause in Connecticut joined other advocacy groups on Thursday to call for Governor Ned Lamont to release funding to get new voting equipment in place before the 2024 election.

September 15, 2023

Connecticut Legislature Commits to Citizens’ Election Fund for Gubernatorial Candidates

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Connecticut Legislature Commits to Citizens’ Election Fund for Gubernatorial Candidates

"This is a continuation of Common Cause’s late President Karen Hobert Flynn’s work to make campaigning for office accessible to all Connecticut residents — not just the wealthiest among us."

June 9, 2023

“A Win for Connecticut’s Democracy:” Early Voting, Voting Rights Act Passed

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“A Win for Connecticut’s Democracy:” Early Voting, Voting Rights Act Passed

Common Cause in Connecticut applauds the lawmakers and advocates for their tireless work to pass these voting reforms.

June 6, 2023

Civil & Voting Rights Organizations Commend Connecticut Senate for Passing Historic State Voting Rights Legislation

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Civil & Voting Rights Organizations Commend Connecticut Senate for Passing Historic State Voting Rights Legislation

Connecticut advocacy organizations applaud Senate for passing Connecticut Voting Rights Act.

May 26, 2023

Committees Send Connecticut Voting Rights Act to Senate Floor

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Committees Send Connecticut Voting Rights Act to Senate Floor

Voting rights advocates strongly support bill that will protect and empower voters

May 23, 2023

“This is a victory:” Common Cause in CT Celebrates Passage of Early Voting

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“This is a victory:” Common Cause in CT Celebrates Passage of Early Voting

H.B. 5004 will require towns to open at least one polling location for the 14 days leading up to the next election.

May 5, 2023

Darien Times: Despite support, early voting won’t start in CT this year. Here’s why.

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Darien Times: Despite support, early voting won’t start in CT this year. Here’s why.

Cheri Quickmire talks about the disappointing response from state officials on early voting.

May 2, 2023

CT Insider: CT bill could bar participants in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot from holding office

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CT Insider: CT bill could bar participants in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot from holding office

The first section of the bill would render “permanently ineligible” anyone who has ever taken an oath of office and then “engages in insurrection or rebellion against the United States or gives aid or comfort to the enemies of the United States” from being “elected or appointed to any state or municipal office.”

April 16, 2023

Republican-American: State elections committee advances early-voting bills

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Republican-American: State elections committee advances early-voting bills

March 24, 2023

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Tomorrow: National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, Sept. 17

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“Proof That Our Systems Work:” Common Cause in Connecticut Statement on Bridgeport Election Order

CT Insider: CT’s absentee ballot boxes are under fire amid Bridgeport investigation. Here’s what to know

Common Cause in CT Addresses Bridgeport Ballot Stuffing Allegations

Urgent Funding Needed for Reliable Tabulators and Upgrades

Connecticut Legislature Commits to Citizens’ Election Fund for Gubernatorial Candidates

“A Win for Connecticut’s Democracy:” Early Voting, Voting Rights Act Passed

Civil & Voting Rights Organizations Commend Connecticut Senate for Passing Historic State Voting Rights Legislation

Committees Send Connecticut Voting Rights Act to Senate Floor

“This is a victory:” Common Cause in CT Celebrates Passage of Early Voting

Darien Times: Despite support, early voting won’t start in CT this year. Here’s why.

CT Insider: CT bill could bar participants in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot from holding office

Republican-American: State elections committee advances early-voting bills

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Tomorrow: National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, Sept. 17

Media Contacts

David Vance

Katie Scally

“Proof That Our Systems Work:” Common Cause in Connecticut Statement on Bridgeport Election Order

CT Insider: CT’s absentee ballot boxes are under fire amid Bridgeport investigation. Here’s what to know

Common Cause in CT Addresses Bridgeport Ballot Stuffing Allegations

Urgent Funding Needed for Reliable Tabulators and Upgrades

Connecticut Legislature Commits to Citizens’ Election Fund for Gubernatorial Candidates

“A Win for Connecticut’s Democracy:” Early Voting, Voting Rights Act Passed

Civil & Voting Rights Organizations Commend Connecticut Senate for Passing Historic State Voting Rights Legislation

Committees Send Connecticut Voting Rights Act to Senate Floor

“This is a victory:” Common Cause in CT Celebrates Passage of Early Voting

Darien Times: Despite support, early voting won’t start in CT this year. Here’s why.

CT Insider: CT bill could bar participants in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot from holding office

Republican-American: State elections committee advances early-voting bills

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