Tell Your Lawmakers: We Need the BRITE Act!

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Protect the Vote in 2024

We know that far too many voters in Michigan, especially voters of color, face barriers to the ballot box—like long lines, not enough voting machines or equipment, confusing laws, disinformation, or even just human error.

That is why this year, Common Cause Michigan is part of the largest nonpartisan Election Protection effort yet. We are mobilizing nonpartisan volunteers across the state to help voters cast their ballot freely and fairly without confusion, obstruction, or intimidation.

Our democracy works best when every voter can participate and when every ballot is counted as cast. Voters deserve to be informed and prepared to make their voices heard at the ballot box.
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We are building a strong democracy with commonsense solutions that put everyday Americans before big money donors.

We are building a democracy that works for all of us.

A democracy where everyone has an equal voice and our elected officials are held accountable to our needs.

Americans know that money has too much influence in our political system. That’s why we advocate for money in politics solutions that empower small-dollar donors to make an impact in campaigns, require disclosure of all campaign money raised and spent, remove the financial barriers stopping everyday people from running for office, and hold elected officials and wealthy special interests accountable to voters.

Even with the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United v. FEC, states and cities across the country are proving that we can reform and improve our campaign finance system with laws that amplify the voices of everyday Americans, require strong disclosure, and make sure everyone plays by the same commonsense rules.

For nearly 50 years, Common Cause has been at the forefront of the movement to rein in the power of big money in politics. From the days of Watergate to our current state and local campaigns, our work to reform the system has always been about making sure there is accountability in our politics and everyone has a voice and say in government.

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Tell Your Lawmakers: We Need the BRITE Act!

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Tell Your Lawmakers: We Need the BRITE Act!

It’s time for Michigan to lead the nation in government transparency and accountability. Here’s how you can help. We’re pushing to pass the BRITE Act – a crucial piece of legislation designed to promote government financial transparency and end the lawmaker-to-lobbyist pipeline in Michigan. These reforms are vital to ensuring that our government operates with integrity and in the best interests of all Michiganders. But time is running out to get this passed. Can you...