Common Cause Maryland

Common Cause is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working for open, honest, and accountable government in Maryland. #MDpolitics

[Anthony G. Brown @OAGMaryland]

At a time when federal voting rights protections are being weakened, Maryland is taking action.

The Voting Rights Act of 2026 (SB 255) gives my Office new authority to challenge election practices that dilute voting power in local elections.

Every Marylander deserves a vote that counts equally.

[Janai Nelson @JNelsonLDF]

Maryland lawmakers made history tonight …

[Janai Nelson @JNelsonLDF]

How it started … how it’s going!

Maryland did it! The legislature passed the Maryland Voting Rights Act, making history and protecting democracy on bill at a time.

Congratulations to all the advocates to helped push it through—especially LDF’s MD Team!

[Baltimore Beat @baltbeat]

OP-ED: The Maryland Voting Rights for All Act ensures democracy doesn’t stop at prison gates https://t.co/uz2SILp2it

[Common Cause Maryland @CommonCauseMD]

Across the state, more than 16,000 Marylanders are banned from voting while they are incarcerated for a felony conviction. It’s time we abolish felony disenfranchisement. Tell you lawmakers, it’s time to pass the Voting Rights for All Act. https://t.co/xbIoJTiz7Z

[Common Cause Maryland @CommonCauseMD]

The Maryland Voted Lobby Night is being postponed due to expected inclement weather. If you registered for the event, check your email later today with information on how to take action from home.

[Bryan P. Sears @bpsears]

The @MDDCPress association sends letter to @GovWesMoore expresing "serious concerns about freedom of the press" in maryland related to changes in a policy that effectively nullifies credentials held by state house reporters

[Montgomery Council @MoCoCouncilMD]

The Montgomery County Council has appointed Shebra Evans to complete the unexpired term of former Councilmember Gabe Albornoz, who resigned on Dec. 1, 2025.
📰Read more: https://t.co/1NeGX6dYlh

[Common Cause @CommonCause]

Our 2025 Wrapped is officially here!

Amid voter suppression, militarized crackdowns, and billionaire influence, Common Cause secured MAJOR victories.

See what we achieved — and how we’ll build on it in 2026: https://t.co/ppaATJjQkj

[Common Cause Maryland @CommonCauseMD]

The MD General Assembly’s 2026 legislative session starts in just a few months and we’re looking for a Legislative Intern to join our team in Annapolis.

Apply today! https://t.co/X78vyKOMS8

[Step Up Maryland @maryland_up]

Are you preparing to run for local office in 2026? People Powered Campaigns is a nonpartisan training for candidates and campaign staff. Learn how to leverage small donor financing, engage your community, and run effective grassroots campaigns. October 18–19.

[Common Cause Maryland @CommonCauseMD]

The @md_sbe announces annual statewide voter registration contest targeting high school seniors to enhance youth involvement in elections. https://t.co/Zh5zRPpcbS

[The Baltimore Sun @baltimoresun]

Baltimore County elected officials and residents want to see an updated draft redistricting plan ahead of the final chance to give input on it. https://t.co/BkFpuITKsN

[Baltimore Brew @BaltimoreBrew]

.@CouncilmanIzzy's proposal to change the way Baltimore County’s Inspector General is chosen advances. https://t.co/TeB5miUnBX Council approves charter change bill to go on Nov. 2026 ballot. An independent board - rather than the County Executive - would get to choose.

[Rep. Jamie Raskin @RepRaskin]

A sweeping and powerful opinion by United States District Judge Thomas Cullen dismissing Trump’s absurd lawsuit against the entire United States District Court in Maryland. Before MAGA starts whining again about “rogue left-wing judges,” they should look up who nominated Judge Cullen to the bench.

[Jared DeMarinis @JaredDeMarinis]

Today, I requested the DOJ explain their intentions with the voter registration list. Absent particularized & detailed concerns, a demand for the entire voter list, incl. sensitive PII that is not publicly available, w/o evidence or support, is an overreach & unreasonable

[Common Cause Maryland @CommonCauseMD]

“Without public financing, I wouldn’t be running. I don’t know any developers, I have no connections to unions and I’m not independently wealthy... With this system, I have a chance to win.” #PeoplePoweredCampaigns https://t.co/QVcrNltK3s

[Jared DeMarinis @JaredDeMarinis]

Recently @md_sbe has received numerous calls regarding the release of the voter registration list to the DOJ. I sent a letter requesting what the intended use of list will be. Maryland voters have a right to know. The list may not used in a manner of intimidation, only electoral

[Common Cause @CommonCause]

60 years ago, the Voting Rights Act became law—protecting the right to vote for millions.

That legacy is under attack, but our fight isn’t over. Every voice matters. Every vote counts. We must keep pushing for a democracy that works for everyone. #VotingRights #VRA60

[Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General @OIG_Balt_County]

IG Madigan & @OIG_Balt_County are grateful to the Baltimore County Council and citizens for the continued support. IG Madigan & staff look forward to continuing the Office's mission to identify fraud, waste and abuse in Baltimore County government.