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Money in Politics

Achieving true democracy means reducing the role of money in politics and amplifying the voice of the people. Our research, advocacy, and litigation work has long promoted and supported measures to do just that.

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Research

The Dēmos Power Agenda

Introducing a framework rooted in racial equity designed to amplify new narratives around power.

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HB 219 – Maryland Voting Rights Act of 2026

HB 219 strengthens Maryland’s democratic institutions, maintains the legacy of the federal 
Voting Rights Act, and ensures that voters possess robust tools to fight voter intimidation and 
suppressive election practices. 

Testimony and Public Comment
Angelo Ancheta
United States Supreme Court

Clarence Thomas Is Undermining The Supreme Court

We have the blueprint to take it back.

Blog
Ilana Novick
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Why SCOTUS’ Code of Conduct Fails to Address Corruption

By issuing this toothless code of conduct, the Supreme Court attempts to circumvent necessary reforms and enables more lavish gifts and lucrative speaking engagements from their wealthy patrons.
 

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Phi Nguyen
Director of Democracy
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Neda Khoshkhoo
Associate Director, Democracy
Featured Case on Money in Politics
Esther and Pynchon v. the City of Seattle
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Supporting Seattle's voter-approved Democracy Voucher Program — a measure designed to empower small donors and the candidates they support in city elections.

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