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Oakland Voters Approve ‘Democracy Dollars’ Program to Boost Participation in City Elections

Oakland Voters Approve ‘Democracy Dollars’ Program to Boost Participation in City Elections

An Oakland ballot measure creating a public campaign financing option and strengthening transparency in election spending passed with strong support.
David Moore Dec 15, 2022
Seattle Residents Make Record Use of ‘Democracy Voucher’ Program

Seattle Residents Make Record Use of ‘Democracy Voucher’ Program

Last year's elections saw gains in use of the public campaign financing system among people of color, younger, and lower-income Seattleites, according to a new report.
David Moore Aug 23, 2022
Seattle Voters Increase Use of 'Democracy Vouchers' in Mayoral Contest

Seattle Voters Increase Use of 'Democracy Vouchers' in Mayoral Contest

In the primary election for the open mayor's seat, all of the leading Seattle candidates have opted in to raise public campaign funding from a wide range of city residents.
David Moore Jun 25, 2021
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Seattle's Unique Campaign Finance System Is Boosting Donor Diversity

Democracy vouchers are increasing small-donor participation in local elections and diversifying the donor pool.
David Moore Feb 11, 2021

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