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We are a nonpartisan policy and advocacy organization working to build a California democracy that includes everyone. ⚖️🗳 commoncause.org/california

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · Dec 17

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:

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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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 17h

Visit our voter information page to register or update your voter registration 🔗!

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Prop 50 Special Election: Voter Information Center

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 17h

It’s always a great day to make sure your voter registration is ready to go! 🗳️

🚨Friendly reminder!🚨

October 20th is the last day to register online or by mail 📅. You can still register through Election Day at your local polling location, but why wait?

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 21h

Today is #LatinaEqualPay Day. Latinas are still paid just 58¢ and 54¢ for every $1 earned by white, non-Hispanic men.

This isn’t just a stat—it impacts families, communities, and generations. The fight for pay equity isn’t over.

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 3d

#LGBTQhistorymonth is a celebration of courage, resistance, and progress.
We honor the activists and changemakers who’ve fought for justice, and we commit to building a democracy where everyone can live openly, safely, and equally. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 6d

California voters: a special election is coming on Nov 4th!
Join our webinar with experts from California Common Cause, @lwvc.bsky.social, and @asianlawcaucus.org to learn:

✅ What Prop 50 is
✅ How it could impact your community
✅ How to make your voice heard

Register here: bit.ly/3WhReQt

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 6d

Gov.Newsom has signed the CA Fair Elections Act🎉! This historic win moves us closer to stopping big money in politics & building a fairer, more transparent democracy for Californians.

Huge thanks to @lwvc.bsky.social, @caclean.org, @senatorumberg.bsky.social, and our members for making this happen!

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 7d

Today we remember former President Jimmy Carter, who was a light of peace, democracy, and fighter for human rights. His legacy reminds us: leadership grounded in integrity is vital for the success of our democracy.

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Common Cause @commoncause.org · 8d

🚨We joined @campaignlegal.org + @lwvus.bsky.social in filing an amicus brief in a SCOTUS case that could unleash even more money into our elections.

Voters deserve power — not party bosses and mega-donors.
Learn more here: www.commoncause.org/press/campai...

Campaign Legal Center, the League of Women Voters and Common Cause Urge SCOTUS to Uphold Decades-Long Protections Against Big Money in Campaigns

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 15d

Find out how you can get involved in the fight to preserve our local newsrooms!

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 15d

The closure of KION & Telemundo 23 is a devastating blow to democracy on the Central Coast. Spanish-speaking residents—60% of Monterey County—are losing a trusted source for news, elections & accountability. CA must act now to protect and strengthen local journalism.

www.ksbw.com/article/kion...

KION and Telemundo 23 news departments immediately shut down

After 56 years on air, KION-TV will shut down their news operations beginning Tuesday, two sources familiar with the matter have confirmed to KSBW 8.

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Common Cause @commoncause.org · 16d

After Donald Trump started a mid-decade redistricting war, we created 6 fairness criteria to protect the voice of the people.

That's why we are the nation's top redistricting organization, and why people like former President Barack Obama are following our lead.

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 20d

Today is International Women’s Equal Pay Day — a reminder that women, especially women of color, are still paid less for the same work.

Equal pay is about fairness, justice, and democracy. It’s past time to close the gap.

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Common Cause @commoncause.org · 20d

Politicians should not be able to manipulate district lines for their own gain.

That’s why we support Senator Alex Padilla and Representative Zoe Lofgren’s re-introduction of the Redistricting Reform Act.

It’s time to put power back where it belongs — with the people. #FairMaps.

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 20d

🚨CALIFORNIA VOTERS🚨

Get election-ready with our Voter Information Center:
🗳️ Register + check status
📩 Ways to vote
📅 Key deadlines
📜 Prop 50 explained
📢 Know your rights at the polls

Be informed. Be ready. VOTE.

www.commoncause.org/california/r...

Voter Information Center

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Common Cause @commoncause.org · 21d

$200k is a lot of money, but integrity is worth more.
When a billionaire tried to use our name to mislead voters, we said NO. We returned the money and stood with the people. 💪

Our freedom and our values are at stake — will you help us keep fighting?
secure.actblue.com/donate/commo...

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 22d

Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference! It’s #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. Click here to get started and check or register to vote online in just a few seconds. 👇
www.commoncause.org/research-and...

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 22d

SB 42 just passed the Assembly! A big step toward kicking big money out of politics. Huge thanks to our members, @lwvc.bsky.social & @caclean.org for making elections about ideas, not money.

On to the Governor’s desk!

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 23d

Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month!

This month and every month, we honor the voices, leadership, and contributions of Hispanic Americans who continue to strengthen our democracy.

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 28d

Today we honor the lives of those killed 24 years ago in the September 11 attacks, their loved ones, and the heroic first responders.

We will never forget.

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 29d

In 1957, Congress passed the Civil Rights Act — a landmark step for voting rights.

Decades later, we must honor its legacy by ensuring every voice and every vote counts.

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · 29d

SB 42 the Fair Elections Act puts the power back where it belongs—with the people. It will remove California’s ban on public campaign financing and ensure our elections are about supporting the people, not big money.

Tell Governor Newsom to sign the California Fair Elections Act!

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · Sep 2

Today’s ruling affirms what we already knew: the Trump administration's move to deploy U.S. military forces to LA was an unlawful act of authoritarianism. We will continue to show up and defend our cities, and our state, from these antidemocratic actions.

www.cnn.com/2025/09/02/p...

Judge says Trump administration’s use of US military in Los Angeles violated federal law | CNN Politics

A federal judge ruled Tuesday that President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated federal law by using the US military to help carry out law enforcement activities in and around Lo...

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · Sep 1

Weekends. Sick leave. Safer workplaces.
Unions won these rights—and so many more.
This Labor Day, we celebrate workers organizing for a just & democratic future.

California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · Aug 29

SB 42, the CA Fair Elections Act, just passed Appropriations! 🎉 Thanks to your support, we’re one step closer to giving local governments the power to implement public campaign funding. Onward to the governor!

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California Common Cause @cacommoncause.bsky.social · Aug 26

Californians showed up today in Sacramento to demand the passage of SB 42!

Big thanks to all our partners and California Common Cause members who showed out at today's rally to demand fair elections!

Join the movement and sign the petition to pass SB 42:
actionnetwork.org/letters/sign...