On Feb. 5 2014, Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-12] and Rep. Sarbanes, John P. [D-MD-3] Introduced H.R.20 (Government by the People Act of 2014) - To reform the financing of Congressional elections by broadening participation by small dollar donors. There are currently 128 sponsors.
The bill has been refereed to:
- House
- House Ways and Means
- House Energy and Commerce
- House Administration
Common Cause Statement on Introduction of the Government by the People Act
"Giant corporations, special interests and ultra-wealthy donors shout through big-money megaphones to drown out the voices of hardworking Americans in the political process," said Karen Hobert Flynn, senior vice president for strategy and programs at Common Cause. "This is bold legislation that would elevate our voices and free congressional candidates to work for us, not their big donors. Common Cause commends Congressman Sarbanes, Leader Pelosi and others championing this effort.
“Common Cause has been instrumental in the adoption of successful public financing systems in states like Arizona, Connecticut and Maine. We know these systems can work and that they have important ripple effects – allowing more women and minorities to seek and win office and giving all elected officials the freedom to put the public interest first as they address tough issues."
CLICK HERE to read the bill(PDF).
CLICK HERE for current list of sponsors.
NYC Wins When Everyone Can Vote!
Michael H. Drucker
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