California Common Cause
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X is suing to stop our anti-disinfo law. Here’s what you should know.
This is all about people power vs. billionaires who want to profit off of lies.
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Elon Musk thinks social media companies shouldn't be responsible for the election disinformation that spreads on their platforms. We think our democracy isn't up for negotiation.
Here's what you need to know about X's lawsuit to halt our flagship anti-disinfo law:
Here's what you need to know about X's lawsuit to halt our flagship anti-disinfo law:
We had an incredible weekend in SF for our staff retreat, setting bold priorities for 2026 and strengthening the connections that make our work possible. We look forward to the New Year filled with boundless and limitless opportunities to fight for our democracy!
December 16, 2025 at 9:04 PM
We had an incredible weekend in SF for our staff retreat, setting bold priorities for 2026 and strengthening the connections that make our work possible. We look forward to the New Year filled with boundless and limitless opportunities to fight for our democracy!
Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate. May this season’s light inspire hope, resilience, and community.
December 15, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate. May this season’s light inspire hope, resilience, and community.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to discuss the 2025 special election results!
As we look to 2026, we’re energized to continue pushing for meaningful change, including advancing our campaign public financing reform ballot measure to strengthen transparency in our elections!
As we look to 2026, we’re energized to continue pushing for meaningful change, including advancing our campaign public financing reform ballot measure to strengthen transparency in our elections!
December 12, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Thank you to everyone who joined us to discuss the 2025 special election results!
As we look to 2026, we’re energized to continue pushing for meaningful change, including advancing our campaign public financing reform ballot measure to strengthen transparency in our elections!
As we look to 2026, we’re energized to continue pushing for meaningful change, including advancing our campaign public financing reform ballot measure to strengthen transparency in our elections!
Today we honor the lives lost at Pearl Harbor and reflect on the courage shown in the face of tragedy.
December 7, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Today we honor the lives lost at Pearl Harbor and reflect on the courage shown in the face of tragedy.
The 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery, was ratified 160 years ago today, but the echoes of slavery continue to reverberate throughout our country. Private companies and governments extract nearly free labor from incarcerated people.
December 6, 2025 at 5:43 PM
The 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery, was ratified 160 years ago today, but the echoes of slavery continue to reverberate throughout our country. Private companies and governments extract nearly free labor from incarcerated people.
Accessibility is not an add-on, it’s essential.
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we want a government that listens, responds, and designs systems that work for all.
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we want a government that listens, responds, and designs systems that work for all.
December 4, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Accessibility is not an add-on, it’s essential.
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we want a government that listens, responds, and designs systems that work for all.
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we want a government that listens, responds, and designs systems that work for all.
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Our 2025 Wrapped is officially here!
Amid voter suppression, militarized crackdowns, and billionaire influence, Common Cause secured MAJOR victories.
See what we achieved — and how we’ll build on it in 2026: https://bit.ly/48vWJ3I
Amid voter suppression, militarized crackdowns, and billionaire influence, Common Cause secured MAJOR victories.
See what we achieved — and how we’ll build on it in 2026: https://bit.ly/48vWJ3I
December 2, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Our 2025 Wrapped is officially here!
Amid voter suppression, militarized crackdowns, and billionaire influence, Common Cause secured MAJOR victories.
See what we achieved — and how we’ll build on it in 2026: https://bit.ly/48vWJ3I
Amid voter suppression, militarized crackdowns, and billionaire influence, Common Cause secured MAJOR victories.
See what we achieved — and how we’ll build on it in 2026: https://bit.ly/48vWJ3I
Democracy demands dignity. Yet the legacy of slavery lives on in our criminal justice system. On the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, we stand with those fighting coerced labor, mass incarceration, and systemic injustice that impacts communities of color.
December 2, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Democracy demands dignity. Yet the legacy of slavery lives on in our criminal justice system. On the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, we stand with those fighting coerced labor, mass incarceration, and systemic injustice that impacts communities of color.
Rosa Parks showed how one act of courage can spark change. Today we honor her legacy by standing up for equal rights and demanding a stronger democracy.
December 1, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Rosa Parks showed how one act of courage can spark change. Today we honor her legacy by standing up for equal rights and demanding a stronger democracy.
Today, we remember the trans lives lost to hate and violence — especially Black trans women, who are too often targeted.
Today and everyday we remember. We resist. We organize. We protect.
Today and everyday we remember. We resist. We organize. We protect.
November 20, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Today, we remember the trans lives lost to hate and violence — especially Black trans women, who are too often targeted.
Today and everyday we remember. We resist. We organize. We protect.
Today and everyday we remember. We resist. We organize. We protect.
Maya Chupkov spoke at the Ethnic Media Expo to highlight how collaboration drives sustainability.
When SF’s independent and ethnic outlets join forces, they unlock new revenue and stronger partnerships with the City. That’s the power of our Bay Area Independent Community Media Coalition 📰.
When SF’s independent and ethnic outlets join forces, they unlock new revenue and stronger partnerships with the City. That’s the power of our Bay Area Independent Community Media Coalition 📰.
November 18, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Maya Chupkov spoke at the Ethnic Media Expo to highlight how collaboration drives sustainability.
When SF’s independent and ethnic outlets join forces, they unlock new revenue and stronger partnerships with the City. That’s the power of our Bay Area Independent Community Media Coalition 📰.
When SF’s independent and ethnic outlets join forces, they unlock new revenue and stronger partnerships with the City. That’s the power of our Bay Area Independent Community Media Coalition 📰.
Today we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who’ve served in our armed forces.
Their service safeguards our freedoms.
Thank you to every veteran — today and every day.
#VeteransDay
Their service safeguards our freedoms.
Thank you to every veteran — today and every day.
#VeteransDay
November 11, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Today we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who’ve served in our armed forces.
Their service safeguards our freedoms.
Thank you to every veteran — today and every day.
#VeteransDay
Their service safeguards our freedoms.
Thank you to every veteran — today and every day.
#VeteransDay
This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the leadership and resilience of Indigenous peoples. Their voices have shaped our nation — and must be heard in every space where decisions are made. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #RepresentationMatters
November 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM
This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the leadership and resilience of Indigenous peoples. Their voices have shaped our nation — and must be heard in every space where decisions are made. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #RepresentationMatters
La intimidación de votantes es ilegal, sin importar quién la cometa
Llama a la Línea Directa de Protección Electoral para reportar cualquier caso de intimidación de votantes que veas en las urnas:
888-VE-Y-VOTA (español)
866-OUR-VOTE (inglés)
888-API-VOTE (idiomas asiáticos)
844-YALLA-US (árabe)
Llama a la Línea Directa de Protección Electoral para reportar cualquier caso de intimidación de votantes que veas en las urnas:
888-VE-Y-VOTA (español)
866-OUR-VOTE (inglés)
888-API-VOTE (idiomas asiáticos)
844-YALLA-US (árabe)
November 4, 2025 at 11:35 PM
La intimidación de votantes es ilegal, sin importar quién la cometa
Llama a la Línea Directa de Protección Electoral para reportar cualquier caso de intimidación de votantes que veas en las urnas:
888-VE-Y-VOTA (español)
866-OUR-VOTE (inglés)
888-API-VOTE (idiomas asiáticos)
844-YALLA-US (árabe)
Llama a la Línea Directa de Protección Electoral para reportar cualquier caso de intimidación de votantes que veas en las urnas:
888-VE-Y-VOTA (español)
866-OUR-VOTE (inglés)
888-API-VOTE (idiomas asiáticos)
844-YALLA-US (árabe)
Voter intimidation is illegal – no matter who is doing it.
Call the Election Protection Hotline to report any instances of voter intimidation you see at the polls:
866-OUR VOTE (English)
888-VE-Y-VOTA (en Español)
888-API-VOTE (Asian languages)
844-YALLA-US (Arabic)
Call the Election Protection Hotline to report any instances of voter intimidation you see at the polls:
866-OUR VOTE (English)
888-VE-Y-VOTA (en Español)
888-API-VOTE (Asian languages)
844-YALLA-US (Arabic)
November 4, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Voter intimidation is illegal – no matter who is doing it.
Call the Election Protection Hotline to report any instances of voter intimidation you see at the polls:
866-OUR VOTE (English)
888-VE-Y-VOTA (en Español)
888-API-VOTE (Asian languages)
844-YALLA-US (Arabic)
Call the Election Protection Hotline to report any instances of voter intimidation you see at the polls:
866-OUR VOTE (English)
888-VE-Y-VOTA (en Español)
888-API-VOTE (Asian languages)
844-YALLA-US (Arabic)
Happy Election Day California 🎉!
Reminder:
⏰ Polls are open 7:00am - 8:00pm
📝 You can still register to vote at the polls
📞 Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you have any questions or need help
But most importantly,
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD. VOTE 🗳️!
Reminder:
⏰ Polls are open 7:00am - 8:00pm
📝 You can still register to vote at the polls
📞 Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you have any questions or need help
But most importantly,
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD. VOTE 🗳️!
November 4, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Happy Election Day California 🎉!
Reminder:
⏰ Polls are open 7:00am - 8:00pm
📝 You can still register to vote at the polls
📞 Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you have any questions or need help
But most importantly,
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD. VOTE 🗳️!
Reminder:
⏰ Polls are open 7:00am - 8:00pm
📝 You can still register to vote at the polls
📞 Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you have any questions or need help
But most importantly,
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD. VOTE 🗳️!
Voting should be easy — and help is just a call away 📞!
Reach out to 866-OUR-VOTE for free, confidential help in your language.
Reach out to 866-OUR-VOTE for free, confidential help in your language.
October 30, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Voting should be easy — and help is just a call away 📞!
Reach out to 866-OUR-VOTE for free, confidential help in your language.
Reach out to 866-OUR-VOTE for free, confidential help in your language.
🗳️ Know your rights at the polls!
✅ If you’re in line when polls close, you can still vote.
🪪 No ID required for state elections.
📞 Need help or see intimidation? Call/text 866-OUR-VOTE.
🗣️ You have the right to language + disability assistance.
🕒 Up to 2 hours paid time off to vote.
✅ If you’re in line when polls close, you can still vote.
🪪 No ID required for state elections.
📞 Need help or see intimidation? Call/text 866-OUR-VOTE.
🗣️ You have the right to language + disability assistance.
🕒 Up to 2 hours paid time off to vote.
October 29, 2025 at 9:35 PM
🗳️ Know your rights at the polls!
✅ If you’re in line when polls close, you can still vote.
🪪 No ID required for state elections.
📞 Need help or see intimidation? Call/text 866-OUR-VOTE.
🗣️ You have the right to language + disability assistance.
🕒 Up to 2 hours paid time off to vote.
✅ If you’re in line when polls close, you can still vote.
🪪 No ID required for state elections.
📞 Need help or see intimidation? Call/text 866-OUR-VOTE.
🗣️ You have the right to language + disability assistance.
🕒 Up to 2 hours paid time off to vote.
Immigrants make America stronger.
On #nationalimmigrantsday we celebrate those who’ve shaped our democracy and continue to fight for a future where everyone belongs – no exceptions.
On #nationalimmigrantsday we celebrate those who’ve shaped our democracy and continue to fight for a future where everyone belongs – no exceptions.
October 28, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Immigrants make America stronger.
On #nationalimmigrantsday we celebrate those who’ve shaped our democracy and continue to fight for a future where everyone belongs – no exceptions.
On #nationalimmigrantsday we celebrate those who’ve shaped our democracy and continue to fight for a future where everyone belongs – no exceptions.
Ballot drop boxes make voting easy and secure 🗳️!
Put your completed ballot in your signed envelope and drop it off at your nearest box by 8:00 PM on Election Day to make your voice heard.
Put your completed ballot in your signed envelope and drop it off at your nearest box by 8:00 PM on Election Day to make your voice heard.
October 24, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Ballot drop boxes make voting easy and secure 🗳️!
Put your completed ballot in your signed envelope and drop it off at your nearest box by 8:00 PM on Election Day to make your voice heard.
Put your completed ballot in your signed envelope and drop it off at your nearest box by 8:00 PM on Election Day to make your voice heard.
"What came out of that was a department deciding to run a campaign and partner with our news outlets,” Chupkov said.
Building relationships works. SF is showing how public ad dollars can strengthen local and ethnic media."
rjionline.org/news/ad-doll...
Building relationships works. SF is showing how public ad dollars can strengthen local and ethnic media."
rjionline.org/news/ad-doll...
Ad dollars from cities or states could be a lifeline for community news media
But efforts to require agencies to take out ads with local news sites have had spotty results.
rjionline.org
October 24, 2025 at 7:46 PM
"What came out of that was a department deciding to run a campaign and partner with our news outlets,” Chupkov said.
Building relationships works. SF is showing how public ad dollars can strengthen local and ethnic media."
rjionline.org/news/ad-doll...
Building relationships works. SF is showing how public ad dollars can strengthen local and ethnic media."
rjionline.org/news/ad-doll...
Please join us in welcoming our new Development Intern, Hannah Robertson 🎉! We’re thrilled to have her on our team as part of our mission to preserve and protect democracy across California.
Welcome again Hannah!
Welcome again Hannah!
October 23, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Please join us in welcoming our new Development Intern, Hannah Robertson 🎉! We’re thrilled to have her on our team as part of our mission to preserve and protect democracy across California.
Welcome again Hannah!
Welcome again Hannah!
Missed the online voter registration deadline? No worries — you can still register and vote in person from now through Election Day 🗳️!
October 22, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Missed the online voter registration deadline? No worries — you can still register and vote in person from now through Election Day 🗳️!
Election Day is in 2 weeks!
✅Check your registration
🗳️Make your voting plan
📜Learn what’s on your ballot
Your voice matters—be ready to use it!
✅Check your registration
🗳️Make your voting plan
📜Learn what’s on your ballot
Your voice matters—be ready to use it!
October 21, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Election Day is in 2 weeks!
✅Check your registration
🗳️Make your voting plan
📜Learn what’s on your ballot
Your voice matters—be ready to use it!
✅Check your registration
🗳️Make your voting plan
📜Learn what’s on your ballot
Your voice matters—be ready to use it!
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🚨Important reminder🚨
Eligible voters have until Oct 20 to register online or by mail. Same-day registration is available through Election Day, but save time—register now! 🗳️
Eligible voters have until Oct 20 to register online or by mail. Same-day registration is available through Election Day, but save time—register now! 🗳️
October 15, 2025 at 2:17 AM
🚨Important reminder🚨
Eligible voters have until Oct 20 to register online or by mail. Same-day registration is available through Election Day, but save time—register now! 🗳️
Eligible voters have until Oct 20 to register online or by mail. Same-day registration is available through Election Day, but save time—register now! 🗳️