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Two Constitutional Amendment Questions On April 2nd Spring Election Ballot

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Two Constitutional Amendment Questions On April 2nd Spring Election Ballot

On the April 2nd Spring Election ballot in Wisconsin, in addition to contests for local offices, judgeships, school board members and other positions, the Wisconsin Legislature has directed that there be two constitutional amendments put before voters for approval or rejection and they are important in how they affect elections and democracy in Wisconsin and in your ability to participate in those elections fairly and freely.

Your Vote Powers Our Future

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Your Vote Powers Our Future

The 2024 Spring General Election is fast approaching - Tuesday, April 2nd! And there are things you can take care of now to prepare for Election Day or to cast your absentee ballot in advance. Every election matters, and local races have a direct impact on your daily life.

Fair Price for Fair Maps

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Fair Price for Fair Maps

Wisconsin Taxpayers to Pay Just $64,000 for Fair Voting Maps After Doling Out More Than $3 Million for Unfair, Partisan Gerrymandered Maps Over last 13 Years.

The Polls are Open for the Spring Primary

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The Polls are Open for the Spring Primary

School board, alderperson, mayor, judges, town board or city council, county board members - these are elected positions that could be on your ballot today, February 20th. You can check if you have any candidates on your ballot today by reviewing your sample ballot on MyVote Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Has Fair Legislative Voting Maps!

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Wisconsin Has Fair Legislative Voting Maps!

Today, Wisconsinites also can begin celebrating new, far more fair and representative state legislative district voting maps that will be in effect for this year’s August primary and November general elections. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed into law the very same voting maps he submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Your 2024 Election To-Do List in Ground Zero Wisconsin

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Your 2024 Election To-Do List in Ground Zero Wisconsin

It’s vitally important to prepare sooner rather than later for this year’s elections. We have many candidates, offices, and ballot questions that need your focus, consideration and participation in determining how Wisconsin and the country is represented and in carrying out the will of the people.

Common Cause Wisconsin 2023 Year End Review

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Common Cause Wisconsin 2023 Year End Review

As we draw near to the end of an eventful and tumultuous 2023 in Wisconsin, it's worthwhile taking a moment to look back and review some of the significant events that occurred this year in the ongoing battle for democracy and representative state government.

Wisconsin Voters Rally for Fair Maps While Oral Arguments Begin

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Wisconsin Voters Rally for Fair Maps While Oral Arguments Begin

After more than a dozen years of pushback and struggle, the proponents of fair voting maps and ending partisan gerrymandering of state legislative districts in Wisconsin will finally get their day in court before the newly constituted Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Overwhelming Opposition to Flawed Redistricting Reform Bill at Public Hearing

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Overwhelming Opposition to Flawed Redistricting Reform Bill at Public Hearing

Opponents, including CC/WI Director Jay Heck’s lead-off testimony, cited "trust" issues and a flawed bill and process and a lack of bipartisan and citizen input. The hearing room was filled to capacity, with dozens testifying and not a single "citizen" spoke in full support of SB 488/AB 415.

50 State Report: Wisconsin Earns Failing Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

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50 State Report: Wisconsin Earns Failing Grade for Redistricting from Common Cause

MADISON, WI — Today, Common Cause, the leading anti-gerrymandering group, published a report grading the redistricting process in all 50 states from the view of the community. The comprehensive report evaluates public access, outreach, and education in each state based on an analysis of more than 120 detailed surveys and more than 60 interviews.  

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