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Ohio Ballot History—Our Constitutional Right Since 1912
Money in Politics
Citizens United invited huge sums of dark money into our democracy. We're demanding reforms that put ordinary people ahead of billionaire campaign donors.
Americans know that money has too much influence in our political system. That is 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 improve our campaign finance system with laws that amplify the voices of everyday Americans.
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Updates
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Transparency is Key—Householder Trial Transcripts
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Householder Followed the Money—Why Can’t We? Trial Update # 3
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List of Key Resources in the Householder/HB6 Scandal
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Householder/HB6 Scandal
Report
“A Cycle of Corruption”: A Timeline of the Householder/HB6 Scandal
Shining A Light on Dark Money—It’s Time for Ohioans to Unite for a Brighter Future
In January 2023, a public trial will begin in the bribery case involving former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder and former Ohio Republican Party Chairman Matt Borges. The pair are accused of engaging in a $60 million bribery scheme funneled from First Energy through dark money groups.
Press
Press Release
20-Year Sentencing of Householder Provides Real Consequences RE: Pay-to-Play in Ohio
"This sentencing has significant implications, both in the Buckeye State and across the country. By holding Householder accountable, it sends a message to fellow legislators and other public officials that, not only is pay-to-play wrong and illegal, there can be real consequences."
Press Release
New Project Launches to Put Ohio Judicial Elections in “the People’s Hands”
COLUMBUS, OH — Today Common Cause Ohio launched its “Judge the Ads” project, a website dedicated to informing and engaging voters regarding ads for and against candidates in the upcoming Ohio Supreme Court races.
Press Release
Common Cause Ohio Launches Timeline Tool to Highlight ‘Non-stop Cycle of Bucking’ in State Redistricting Process
“With Common Cause Ohio’s newly launched timeline tool, we hope to shine a light on our leaders’ missteps and finally hold them accountable. Available to both the public and press, we’re doing the work to keep all Ohioans informed and continue the call for truly transparent mapmaking and districts that will equitably represent Ohio communities and voters.”