Ann Arbor, MichiganPublic Campaign Financing
Campaign Status: Active
The Policy
Pass Prop D: Public Campaign Financing
Background
In Ann Arbor, 33% of campaign funds in the most recent election came from from outside of Ann Arbor. Concerned voters came together to form a group called Voters Not Politicians with a goal of reforming how money in politics works in Ann Arbor. 150 volunteers gathered enough signatures to qualify a measure for the ballot that would create a small donor matching program of public campaign financing, where donations under $50 to participating candidates would be matched 9:1 with public funds. This would be a game-changer for local politics, leveling the playing field for candidates and allowing the voice of voters to be heard over the influence of big money.
Who’s Involved?
Voters Not Money is spearheading the effort to pass Prop D on the ground.
GET INVOLVED
Many voters don’t know about crucial ballot measures like this which is why we need your help to reach 2 million+ voters before this year’s election.
You can pitch in right now from the comfort of your home by textbanking and phonebanking. Sign up and make history this election.
The Latest On This Campaign
Group gets 2 proposals on Ann Arbor ballot after collecting over 11,000 signatures
Aug 6 2024
By giving more weight to small local donations, the influence of special interests would be reduced and city elections would be a contest of ideas, not cash, the coalition argues.
Read MoreGrassroots group is looking to change the way elections are financed in Ann Arbor
May 31 2024
Organizers with the “Coalition for Ann Arbor’s Future” are collecting signatures that would allow voters to decide if the city should establish a “Fair Elections Fund”.
Read MoreShould city funds be used to support political candidates? Ann Arbor voters may decide
May 17 2024
"Helping candidates who agree not to take PAC money and limit contributions seems like a good way to go."
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