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Cross-partisan political reform group in Washington, uniting Republicans, Democrats, and independents to fix our broken system. We focus on money in politics, tech reform and accountability, and free and fair elections. www.issueone.org
“To agree to not solicit information is to agree to not be a journalist.”
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice
Inspired by generations of Americans who met the test of democracy with conscience and conviction, this series highlight
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November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
“To agree to not solicit information is to agree to not be a journalist.”
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
While in office, Neal Kelley was the longest standing election official in Orange County, CA. During his tenure, he led the office through the largest cycle of elections in the county’s 128 year history. Get to know the award-winning former administrator: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kuwx5
November 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
While in office, Neal Kelley was the longest standing election official in Orange County, CA. During his tenure, he led the office through the largest cycle of elections in the county’s 128 year history. Get to know the award-winning former administrator: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kuwx5
15 years after Citizens United, numerous legal cases demonstrate that unrestricted super PAC contributions implicate the appearance of corruption, if not actual corruption, as this new legal brief from members of our ReFormers Caucus details: https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Bipartisan group of former elected officials urges court to take seriously corruption concerns associated with large super PAC contributions - Issue One
“Large super PAC contributions are one of the biggest threats to the integrity of American democracy,” warn a bipartisan
tinyurl.com
November 8, 2025 at 10:15 PM
15 years after Citizens United, numerous legal cases demonstrate that unrestricted super PAC contributions implicate the appearance of corruption, if not actual corruption, as this new legal brief from members of our ReFormers Caucus details: https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
“To agree to not solicit information is to agree to not be a journalist.”
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice
Inspired by generations of Americans who met the test of democracy with conscience and conviction, this series highlight
tinyurl.com
November 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
“To agree to not solicit information is to agree to not be a journalist.”
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
“The basic machinery of democracy has become a contested arena.”
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
What Virginia and New Jersey Tell Us About Democracy’s Next Test - Issue One
American elections are facing new and intense national political pressures. The basic machinery of democracy — who runs
issueone.org
November 7, 2025 at 8:50 PM
“The basic machinery of democracy has become a contested arena.”
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
While in office, Neal Kelley was the longest standing election official in Orange County, CA. During his tenure, he led the office through the largest cycle of elections in the county’s 128 year history. Get to know the award-winning former administrator: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kuwx5
November 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
While in office, Neal Kelley was the longest standing election official in Orange County, CA. During his tenure, he led the office through the largest cycle of elections in the county’s 128 year history. Get to know the award-winning former administrator: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kuwx5
Bipartisan group of ReFormers Caucus members to First Circuit Court of Appeals: "Contribution limits on super PACs are not only constitutionally permissible; they are necessary to preserve the integrity of representative self-government." https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Bipartisan group of former elected officials urges court to take seriously corruption concerns associated with large super PAC contributions - Issue One
“Large super PAC contributions are one of the biggest threats to the integrity of American democracy,” warn a bipartisan
tinyurl.com
November 7, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Bipartisan group of ReFormers Caucus members to First Circuit Court of Appeals: "Contribution limits on super PACs are not only constitutionally permissible; they are necessary to preserve the integrity of representative self-government." https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
15 years after Citizens United, numerous legal cases demonstrate that unrestricted super PAC contributions implicate the appearance of corruption, if not actual corruption, as this new legal brief from members of our ReFormers Caucus details: https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Bipartisan group of former elected officials urges court to take seriously corruption concerns associated with large super PAC contributions - Issue One
“Large super PAC contributions are one of the biggest threats to the integrity of American democracy,” warn a bipartisan
tinyurl.com
November 6, 2025 at 10:15 PM
15 years after Citizens United, numerous legal cases demonstrate that unrestricted super PAC contributions implicate the appearance of corruption, if not actual corruption, as this new legal brief from members of our ReFormers Caucus details: https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
“The basic machinery of democracy has become a contested arena.”
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
What Virginia and New Jersey Tell Us About Democracy’s Next Test - Issue One
American elections are facing new and intense national political pressures. The basic machinery of democracy — who runs
issueone.org
November 6, 2025 at 9:40 PM
“The basic machinery of democracy has become a contested arena.”
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Virginia & New Jersey elections reveal both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Why it matters: "It may now be time to ask something more fundamental: What does it mean to conduct truly free and fair elections in a country so polarized that the rules themselves are contested?" https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
What Virginia and New Jersey Tell Us About Democracy’s Next Test - Issue One
American elections are facing new and intense national political pressures. The basic machinery of democracy — who runs
issueone.org
November 6, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Why it matters: "It may now be time to ask something more fundamental: What does it mean to conduct truly free and fair elections in a country so polarized that the rules themselves are contested?" https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
“To agree to not solicit information is to agree to not be a journalist.”
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice
Inspired by generations of Americans who met the test of democracy with conscience and conviction, this series highlight
tinyurl.com
November 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
“To agree to not solicit information is to agree to not be a journalist.”
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
We’re shining a light on the Pentagon reporters who chose resistance over censorship in the first edition of our Profiles in Constitutional Courage and Cowardice series. https://tinyurl.com/fk5fr582
Today, Issue One is launching a monthly series highlighting the people and organizations whose courage to uphold constitutional values reflect the true strength of American democracy and the rule of law, while shining a light on those who choose complicity and silence.
November 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Today, Issue One is launching a monthly series highlighting the people and organizations whose courage to uphold constitutional values reflect the true strength of American democracy and the rule of law, while shining a light on those who choose complicity and silence.
Bipartisan group of ReFormers Caucus members to First Circuit Court of Appeals: "Contribution limits on super PACs are not only constitutionally permissible; they are necessary to preserve the integrity of representative self-government." https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Bipartisan group of former elected officials urges court to take seriously corruption concerns associated with large super PAC contributions - Issue One
“Large super PAC contributions are one of the biggest threats to the integrity of American democracy,” warn a bipartisan
tinyurl.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Bipartisan group of ReFormers Caucus members to First Circuit Court of Appeals: "Contribution limits on super PACs are not only constitutionally permissible; they are necessary to preserve the integrity of representative self-government." https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Why it matters: "It may now be time to ask something more fundamental: What does it mean to conduct truly free and fair elections in a country so polarized that the rules themselves are contested?" https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
What Virginia and New Jersey Tell Us About Democracy’s Next Test - Issue One
American elections are facing new and intense national political pressures. The basic machinery of democracy — who runs
issueone.org
November 5, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Why it matters: "It may now be time to ask something more fundamental: What does it mean to conduct truly free and fair elections in a country so polarized that the rules themselves are contested?" https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Super PACs have no accountability to voters. Why is this a problem? They don't need to focus on how to solve problems or build coalitions, warns a bipartisan group of former elected officials from our ReFormers Caucus in a newly filed amicus brief. https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
November 5, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Super PACs have no accountability to voters. Why is this a problem? They don't need to focus on how to solve problems or build coalitions, warns a bipartisan group of former elected officials from our ReFormers Caucus in a newly filed amicus brief. https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Our democracy should be owned by voters, not bought by the wealthy few. In our new poll, Montanans are sending a clear message that echoes around the country. https://tinyurl.com/yktb5ju3
November 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Our democracy should be owned by voters, not bought by the wealthy few. In our new poll, Montanans are sending a clear message that echoes around the country. https://tinyurl.com/yktb5ju3
15 years after Citizens United, numerous legal cases demonstrate that unrestricted super PAC contributions implicate the appearance of corruption, if not actual corruption, as this new legal brief from members of our ReFormers Caucus details: https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Bipartisan group of former elected officials urges court to take seriously corruption concerns associated with large super PAC contributions - Issue One
“Large super PAC contributions are one of the biggest threats to the integrity of American democracy,” warn a bipartisan
tinyurl.com
November 4, 2025 at 10:15 PM
15 years after Citizens United, numerous legal cases demonstrate that unrestricted super PAC contributions implicate the appearance of corruption, if not actual corruption, as this new legal brief from members of our ReFormers Caucus details: https://tinyurl.com/mrfs7snk
Why it matters: "It may now be time to ask something more fundamental: What does it mean to conduct truly free and fair elections in a country so polarized that the rules themselves are contested?" https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
What Virginia and New Jersey Tell Us About Democracy’s Next Test - Issue One
American elections are facing new and intense national political pressures. The basic machinery of democracy — who runs
issueone.org
November 4, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Why it matters: "It may now be time to ask something more fundamental: What does it mean to conduct truly free and fair elections in a country so polarized that the rules themselves are contested?" https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Democracy depends on us. It's encouraging to see voters across the country showing up to make their voices heard!
We're sending a huge thanks to the election officials and poll workers, who are working tirelessly to keep the process safe and secure.
We're sending a huge thanks to the election officials and poll workers, who are working tirelessly to keep the process safe and secure.
November 4, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Democracy depends on us. It's encouraging to see voters across the country showing up to make their voices heard!
We're sending a huge thanks to the election officials and poll workers, who are working tirelessly to keep the process safe and secure.
We're sending a huge thanks to the election officials and poll workers, who are working tirelessly to keep the process safe and secure.
“The basic machinery of democracy has become a contested arena.”
This Election Day, Virginia & New Jersey show both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
This Election Day, Virginia & New Jersey show both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
What Virginia and New Jersey Tell Us About Democracy’s Next Test - Issue One
American elections are facing new and intense national political pressures. The basic machinery of democracy — who runs
issueone.org
November 4, 2025 at 7:10 PM
“The basic machinery of democracy has become a contested arena.”
This Election Day, Virginia & New Jersey show both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
This Election Day, Virginia & New Jersey show both the risks and resilience of democracy under pressure. https://issueone.org/articles/what-virginia-and-new-jersey-tell-us-about-democracys-next-test/
Election officials and poll workers have facilitated safe and secure elections in the face of adversity time and time again. #ElectionHeroDay
If you're heading to the polls tomorrow, don't forget to thank an election worker. https://thereformcompass.substack.com/p/election-hero-day
If you're heading to the polls tomorrow, don't forget to thank an election worker. https://thereformcompass.substack.com/p/election-hero-day
Democracy in Action: Honoring Election Heroes
In honor of Election Hero Day, we're recognizing the important work that election administrators do everyday to protect
thereformcompass.substack.com
November 3, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Election officials and poll workers have facilitated safe and secure elections in the face of adversity time and time again. #ElectionHeroDay
If you're heading to the polls tomorrow, don't forget to thank an election worker. https://thereformcompass.substack.com/p/election-hero-day
If you're heading to the polls tomorrow, don't forget to thank an election worker. https://thereformcompass.substack.com/p/election-hero-day
New polling illuminates how the Supreme Court got Citizens United wrong and shows bipartisan momentum for money-in-politics reforms, including proposed Montana ballot measure. https://tinyurl.com/yktb5ju3
November 3, 2025 at 9:05 PM
New polling illuminates how the Supreme Court got Citizens United wrong and shows bipartisan momentum for money-in-politics reforms, including proposed Montana ballot measure. https://tinyurl.com/yktb5ju3
Our democracy should be owned by voters, not bought by the wealthy few. In our new poll, Montanans are sending a clear message that echoes around the country. https://tinyurl.com/yktb5ju3
November 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Our democracy should be owned by voters, not bought by the wealthy few. In our new poll, Montanans are sending a clear message that echoes around the country. https://tinyurl.com/yktb5ju3
Defiance County, OH, election administrator Tonya Wichman reminds us that participating in a democracy can be inspiring. We are lucky to have #ElectionHeroes like Wichman safeguarding our democracy across the country. #FacesOfDemocracy
November 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Defiance County, OH, election administrator Tonya Wichman reminds us that participating in a democracy can be inspiring. We are lucky to have #ElectionHeroes like Wichman safeguarding our democracy across the country. #FacesOfDemocracy
It's Election Hero Day!
Seattle election administrator Julie Wise reminds us that democracy thrives when everyone is included. #FacesOfDemocracy #ElectionHeroes
Seattle election administrator Julie Wise reminds us that democracy thrives when everyone is included. #FacesOfDemocracy #ElectionHeroes
November 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
It's Election Hero Day!
Seattle election administrator Julie Wise reminds us that democracy thrives when everyone is included. #FacesOfDemocracy #ElectionHeroes
Seattle election administrator Julie Wise reminds us that democracy thrives when everyone is included. #FacesOfDemocracy #ElectionHeroes