Claiming the Congressional Stables (Editorial)
The New York Times editorial board calls small donor match public financing is one of H.R. 1’s “boldest measures” that will “give candidates an alternative way to run – and…
H.R.1 Could Considerably Change the Landscape of Political Fundraising
In an interview with The Hill, The Intercept’s Washington Bureau Chief, Ryan Grim, said that H.R.1’s small donor match public financing proposal, if passed, would be an important step towards…
A New Playing Field for Democracy Reform
Across the country, voters and advocates are calling for pro-democracy reforms. In New York, Governor Cuomo has included a small-donor matching system proposal in his executive budget for the last…
Congress Prioritizing Needed Ethics Reform (Editorial)
The Washington Post editorial board applauds the incoming House majority for prioritizing democracy reforms in H.R.1. As it was unveiled earlier this month, the legislation will include a small-donor multiple…
Santa Fe Council Strengthens its Public Financing System
The Santa Fe City Council has approved changes to the city’s public financing system. While candidates for local office already can take advantage of a lump sum grant, the recently-approved…
Public Campaign Financing Sees Record Year in Connecticut
It was a “tremendous” year for public financing in Connecticut, according to the Connecticut State Elections Enforcement Commission. In total, 335 candidates took part in the state’s Citizens Election Program.…
Congressional Democracy Reform Package is Good Policy
With H.R. 1, the new House majority is showing that democracy reform is its top priority. Among other important reforms, the bill will include campaign finance legislation aimed at countering…
With Public Financing And Pay-To-Play Prohibitions, Sweeping Changes Are Coming to D.C. Politics
The D.C. City Council has passed legislation that, among other reforms, will lower contribution limits for individuals or businesses applying for contracts with the city government. Paired with the recent…
Congressional Leaders Unveil H.R. 1, Demonstrating Commitment to Campaign Finance Reform
On Friday, leaders in Congress signaled their support for campaign finance and voting reforms with the announcement of H.R. 1. Supporters hope to diminish the damaging influence of money on…
First priority for the new Congress: Restoring democracy [Op-Ed]
Enacting a bold package of democracy reforms will be the top priority for the incoming House majority. A key pillar of this legislation will be creating a campaign finance system…