Thursday, March 6, 2025

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Welcome to The People’s Bi-Weekly Watchdog Newsletter, delivered to your inbox every Thursday. We bring you the news you need to know to hold power accountable from the nonpartisan source you can trust.  

This week’s Common Cause newsletter is just a 5 minute read at 692 words. 

👋 SOTU 2025: The Days of Rule by Unelected Bureaucrats Are(n’t) Over

On Tuesday, in Donald Trump’s first address to a joint session of Congress in his second term, he declared, “The days of rule by unelected bureaucrats are over.” The irony? Elon Musk was sitting right there in the room.

We’re calling out this hypocrisy with a new billboard in New York City’s Times Square, demanding Trump put the American people first and immediately fire Elon Musk.

No one voted for Musk—Democrats didn’t, and neither did Republicans. Yet, his name is everywhere because his companies rake in billions of taxpayer dollars. From firing over 6,000 veterans, cuts to our kids’ education, and so much more – Elon is wreaking havoc on the American people. If we’re serious about holding power accountable, it’s time to ask: why are we still funding him? #FireElonMusk

🗳️ The SAVE Act: Making it Harder to Vote Again

Republicans in Congress continue to push the SAVE Act, a bill designed to make it harder to vote for millions of American citizens. While they have delayed voting on it for a few weeks, we know it’s just a matter of time before it hits the U.S. House floor. Check out this video from Aaron Sherb that explains why this bill is so bad for voting rights. And if you’re in a state like Michigan that is pushing their own anti-voter bill, we need you to get involved. 

To learn more, check out our latest blog post on the SAVE Act.

✊Still Marching On: Sixty Years After Selma

Sixty years after the courageous march for voting rights in Selma, the fight for democracy continues. The annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee isn’t just a commemoration—it’s a call to action. As we honor the brave souls who stood against injustice on “Bloody Sunday,” we’re reminded that the struggle for fair and equal representation is far from over.

Aligned with Common Cause’s mission to build a democracy that works for everyone, this milestone is a chance to renew our commitment to voting rights and holding power accountable. The 60th Jubilee is more than a remembrance—it’s a rallying point for all who believe in justice and democracy. 

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We’re working so hard to protect our democracy, we could write you a novel instead of a newsletter. Instead, here are the top headlines you don’t want to miss: 

• Maryland 🦀: A bill is moving in Maryland to restore the right to vote for incarcerated people by giving them access to the ballot. Common Cause Maryland’s Executive Director speaks in support of the bill, emphasizing that voting is not a privilege — it’s a constitutional right. Watch the story on ABC 47. 

• Florida 🍊: Common Cause Florida is supporting a Disaster-Affected Voter Bill of Rights for the state. So, if another hurricane or natural disaster hits near an election, every resident will still be able to make their voice heard as they rebuild after the storm. Learn more at The Capitolist.  
• New York 🗽: Mayor Eric Adams is embroiled in a corruption scandal, and Donald Trump’s DOJ wants to dismiss the case. Common Cause New York is holding power accountable by submitting an amicus brief urging against the dismissal of the case. Read more at Mother Jones.  
• Nebraska 🌽: Nebraska lawmakers want to implement a bill to increase the wage of state representatives to minimum wage. Common Cause Nebraska’s Executive Director speaks in support of the move so that everyday Nebraskans can afford to run for office and serve their communities. Read more at Journal Star. 
• California 🐻: Los Angeles is waiting on ethics reform. More specifically, Angelenos have been waiting over six months for the Mayor to appoint an ethics commission after years of corruption scandals. California Common Cause’s ethics expert is calling for more movement from the City. Read more at Politico. 

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