Separation of Powers
Common Cause Rhode Island’s members played a crucial role in the historic 2004 vote that amended the state constitution.
Priorities
Common Cause works at the national, state, and local level to defend and strengthen American democracy.
What We're Doing
Magistrate Reform
Magistrates are not covered by merit selection, so the appointment of magistrates has become a patronage system.
Net Neutrality
Let’s build a democracy where everyone has access to a free and open internet and telecom companies are held accountable to consumers.
Open Meetings Act
In a healthy democracy, voters should have access to agendas, minutes, budgets, and bylaws of government entities.
People’s Pledge
Rhode Island deserves an honest debate about the issues facing this state. That's why we need a People's Pledge.
Featured Issues
Election Protection
Every eligible voter deserves a say in the policies that impact their daily lives. That is why Common Cause mobilizes volunteers nationwide to help voters cast their ballot.
Ethics & Accountability
Public officials should act in all of our interest, not to line their own pockets. Common Cause is fighting to ensure that all of our leaders are held to high ethical standards.
Fair Courts
A strong democracy requires protecting everyone’s constitutional rights and ensuring our courts are fair and impartial.
Fair Redistricting & Ending Gerrymandering
Politicians should not be allowed to draw voting maps that benefit themselves. We need to create a fair system so that voters choose their politicians, not the other way around.
Making Government Work
Our government should make decisions that further the public's interest. But recently, gridlock, hyper-partisanship, and out-of-date legislative process have hindered meaningful progress. We are fighting back.
Government Transparency
A government that is of, by, and for the people should not operate behind closed doors. We deliver meaningful transparency reforms because honesty and accountability are key to a healthy democracy.
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