From Interfaith Power and Light (http://interfaithpowerandlight.org): We believe that elections are a referendum on the values that will shape our future. Voting is a sacred duty – however, too many Americans of faith and conscience are unlikely to vote in … Continued
From POWER Interfaith (http://www.powerinterfaith.org/): One of the most powerful tools we have as human beings is the ability to tell our own stories. We share about the world we want to build through our stories. For many in our organization, … Continued
From the Coalition on Human Needs (http://www.chn.org): September 20 is National Voter Registration Day―a critical day to remind millions of people across the country to register before the fast-approaching midterm elections. One quick and easy way for people to register … Continued
From Interfaith Power and Light (http://interfaithpowerandlight.org): “We can save not only the next generation but certainly this generation!” We get fired up – every time – when we hear IPL Board Chair Rev. Dr. Gerald L. Durley encourage us with … Continued
From Clean Water Action (http://www.cleanwateraction.org/): Democracy works best when you and the other residents of Pennsylvania understand the crucial legislation being voted on in Harrisburg that impacts our families, air, water, and health. That’s why we joined with several allies … Continued
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): Our members of Congress faced a series of choices about our democracy this term, like: …passing strong federal voting rights protections, like the For The People Act, Freedom To Vote Act, and John R. Lewis Voting … Continued
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): Right now, we have the opportunity to majorly improve Pennsylvania’s elections, but we have to act fast. Our county election departments have been pleading with the state legislature to implement Precanvassing, a simple change that would … Continued
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): SIGN NOW at https://act.commoncause.org/petitions/fight-back-against-big-moneys-influence-overturn-citizens-united-and-pass-the-disclose-act/: Congress must pass the DISCLOSE Act and overturn Citizens United >> Breaking news: an ultra-conservative businessman just made possibly the largest political donation ever – giving $1.6 BILLION to lock in far-right public policy … Continued
From Spotlight PA (https://www.spotlightpa.org/): Five gubernatorial candidates will be on the Nov. 8 ballot in a contest that could dramatically alter the course of the state. To ensure you’re prepared to cast your ballot, Spotlight PA compiled brief biographies, donor information, and … Continued
Posted at https://www.publicnewsservice.org/2022-09-06/civic-engagement/group-turns-up-heat-on-pa-lawmakers-to-pass-gift-ban/a80485-1 September 6, 2022 – Danielle Smith, Public News Service (PA) Play Audio in Browser Window Pennsylvania law allows an elected official to accept a gift – including cash – as long as it’s disclosed in annual reports. … Continued