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Census
The U.S. Census determines who has fair representation in our government and who can access key resources. That is why Common Cause is committed to making sure that everyone is counted.
Every 10 years, the federal government must conduct a census, or a count of everyone living in the U.S. Getting this process right is crucial as the results determine how voting districts are drawn, how funding and resources are allocated to states, and so much more.
We work in the courts, in the legislature, and on the ground to make sure that the census is conducted fairly and independent from politically-motivated agendas.
What We’re Doing
Litigation
Common Cause v. Trump (Census)
Campaign
Redistricting Principles for a More Perfect Union
Take Action
Petition
Tell Congress: REJECT attempts to undermine our Census
Adding a citizenship question to the U.S. Census and excluding millions of U.S. residents from apportionment counts would discourage countless Americans, whether they’re citizens or not, from filling out the Census.
Getting Census counts right is critical to making sure our government works for everyone. Congress must REJECT this dangerous legislation and help protect fair and accurate Census counts.
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Updates
Blog Post
Gerrymander Gazette: Cynical Court Strategy Edition
Blog Post
Gerrymander Gazette: Big Wins in NC and PA Edition
Blog Post
The U.S. Senate confirms the first person of color to lead the Census Bureau
Related Resources
Report
Redistricting Data Release
Report
Whitewashing Representation
Report
The Hofeller Files
Letter
Over 300 Civil Rights, Faith, and Labor Leaders Demand Oversight on Census Citizenship Question
Press
Press Release
Common Cause Urges “No” Vote on So-Called Equal Representation Act
Press Release
Watchdogs Raise Alarm on Dangerous Anti-Democracy Referral
Press Release
Common Cause Urges “Yes” Vote on Bill to Safeguard Census from Political Manipulation & Abuse