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When Money Is Speech, Speech Is Not FreeA majority of Supreme Court justices claim electoral candidates have an unfettered right to turn personal wealth into political advantage. Supreme Court: Government Can Suppress Speech of Citizens, Not CorporationsThe Court continued its pro-corporate activism, placing the Justices' notion of corporate "free speech" rights above citizens' right to democratic elections. Building Grassroots DemocracyHere are a few encouraging examples of local and state organizing from our chapters and other groups at year-end. It's Time for Citizens to Overrule the Supreme CourtAs long as we accept the Court's notion that "money equals speech," a democratic republic is impossible. A Blow Against the Corporate EmpireA California county blazes a trail that should inspire action in many other communities Uncivil Liberties: ACLU's Argument That "Money Equals Speech" Is Undermining DemocracyWith all the serious threats to freedom in the U.S. today, why is the ACLU spending valuable resources attacking the right of Vermonters to protect the political voices of non-wealthy citizens? ReclaimDemocracy.org files brief with U.S. Supreme Court in Randall v. SorrellWe argued on Vermont's behalf and are busy preparing for the next battle. Unasked Questions for Supreme Court NomineesWhile hot button social issues steal the spotlight, judges' views on corporate power and privilege are critical issues left unaddressed. Judicial Activism for Corporate Benefit is Subverting DemocracyThe Supreme Court's wildly creative interpretation of the Constitution in 1978 has undermined democracy in ballot questions ever since. Beyond the Voting Rights Act: Why We Need a Constitutional Right to VoteThe 40th anniversary of the VRA was rightfully celebrated for advancing political equality, but it didn't touch one key problem. What Would Democratic Elections Look Like?An overview of electoral reforms that could transform U.S. politics and realize the principle of "one person, one vote."
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