The damaging effects of money on our politics are clear. When money pours into our elections, the voices of average Americans are silenced. And voter suppression, too, continues to threaten our democracy.
Voting & Elections
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Jay Baker
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Election Integrity
Our democracy can live up to its potential only if it ensures open access to public office and electoral processes, curbs the influence of money and corporate power, safeguards the integrity of the voting process without raising unnecessary barriers and provides full participation for disenfranchised people.
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Sean McMenemy
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Jay Baker
How Can We Restore Integrity to Our Elections?
Our system of elections and the role of money in politics need serious reforms. There are many problems to solve, but fortunately, there are also many solutions.
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FCNL Head Recognized as Faith Leader to Watch in 2020
General Secretary Diane Randall was named as one of the “Faith Leaders to Watch in 2020.” The list of 15 leaders was released by the Center for American Progress (CAP).
Don’t Get Rid Of “Faithless Electors,” Get Rid of The Electoral College
Recent history has shown the Electoral College is no longer relevant and democratically moot. It has proven itself undemocratic, permitting the election of candidates who do not win the most votes.
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