A democracy that is truly of, by, and for the people must extend the right to vote to all its citizens. Common Cause is pushing back against laws that disenfranchise and disempower millions of Americans every year.
Felony disenfranchisement, or the practice of denying currently and formerly incarcerated citizens their right to vote, creates a class of people who are subject to the laws of this country without a say in how they are governed. These laws are Jim Crow era relics, originally created to uphold white supremacy by stripping Black Americans and other citizens of color of their right to be heard. Restrictions currently vary from state to state, and Common Cause is working across the country to uproot this broken and unjust system with Voting Rights Restoration reforms.
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We urge you to reject HJR B and any efforts that make it harder for Michiganders to vote.
HJR B would impose unnecessary barriers to voter registration, disproportionately impacting seniors, students, military families, and working people.
Our democracy is strongest when every eligible voter can participate without fear of bureaucratic hurdles or unjust purges. Please stand against HJR B and protect the fundamental right to vote for all Michiganders.
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We are ramping up for summer action and are looking for paid interns to help us get the job done! Here in Michigan, we are looking for organizing interns to help connect with members and engage them in pro-democracy action. The application window is closing soon, be sure to apply ASAP!
