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Keshia Morris Desir
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An ICE officer photographed from behind in tactical gear, with "ICE" and "ICE POLICE" patches across the back of a black vest.
Private prison corporations helped buy ICE's blank check, and they are cashing in on it. Closing the campaign finance loopholes that let federal contractors bankroll politicians is a necessary first step toward a government accountable to people rather than profits.
Blog
Joshua Harmon
Neda Khoshkhoo

A policy agenda for building a just, inclusive multiracial democracy and economy where everyone has the power to shape the rules that govern their lives.

Policy Briefs

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

Unlimited super PAC contributions create a risk of quid pro quo corruption and its appearance. Legislatures are entitled to place reasonable limits on such contributions consistent with the First Amendment.

Litigation
Demos
Common Cause

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

Research
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Supreme Court building cast half in light and half in shade from setting sun
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.
In the media
Ashley Tjhung
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United States Supreme Court
We have the blueprint to take it back.
Blog
Ilana Novick
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View of Supreme Court justices seats from the gallery with seats and a red curtain in foreground
“The Supreme Court’s authority rests on the trust of the American people. The justices have shattered that trust."
Press release/statement
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Microphones and recording devices gathered around a person
"We can't rely on the Court to regulate itself."
Press release/statement
Phi Nguyen