Stopping Voter Suppression

Some elected officials are trying to silence voters by creating needless barriers to the ballot box. Common Cause is fighting back against these anti-democracy efforts.

We should be able to make our voices heard at the polls and have a say in the leaders who represent us. But sometimes, politicians push for laws that discourage, obstruct, or even intimidate voters in an effort to cling to their power.

Polling place closures, limits to vote-by-mail, and needlessly strict voter ID regulations can prevent eligible voters from casting their ballot—and lately, this playbook of voter suppression strategies has become more popular. Common Cause is stopping voter suppression by opposing these efforts in the legislature, in the courts, and beyond in defense of the right to vote.

What We’re Doing


Election Protection

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Election Protection

Every day, we're working to protect, expand, and guarantee the right to vote in Florida.
Keep Florida Voting

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Keep Florida Voting

Voting rules can be confusing, but together we can make sure all eligible Florida voters have access to the ballot box.
Expanding Access to Voting

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Expanding Access to Voting

In a democracy that works for everyone, voting and elections are free, fair, and accessible.

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All vote-by-mail ballot requests in Florida expire at the end of 2024. Re-request your mail ballot now to keep voting by mail in 2025-2026!
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Guide

How to Vote in Florida

A summary of the ways to vote in Florida, with links to key government tools and resources.

Guide

How Floridians Can Help Each Other Register to Vote

This is a guide about how Floridians can help each other with voter registration. Keep reading to learn more about voter registration in Florida and what you as a private citizen can (and cannot) do to help. 

Press

Voting Rights Groups Send Congressional Map Back for Review

Press Release

Voting Rights Groups Send Congressional Map Back for Review

“A map that moved through the legislative process with intent to discriminate against the voters cannot stand,” said Amy Keith, Common Cause Florida Executive Director.

Federal Court Declines to Halt Unfair Voting Map

Press Release

Federal Court Declines to Halt Unfair Voting Map

Yesterday, a federal court in Florida ruled that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ congressional map that intentionally silences Black voters can remain in place for the 2024 election.

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