Money Out of Politics workgroup

AB249 – ALMOST over the finish line! AB249 has finally passed both the Senate and Assembly with bi-partisan support. It is awaiting Governor Brown’s signature to go into effect in time for the 2018 elections.

Unfortunately, his support is no sure thing; he has vetoed at least three campaign finance bills in the past. With an Oct 15 deadline, Friday, Oct 13 will be the last day to encourage him to sign.

So, the push is still on to show grassroots support for AB249 so that Governor Brown feels the pressure. Citizens standing up and taking action is the ONLY reason the bill has made it this far. Big Money has tried hard to derail this bill and keep the status quo.

What Progressives can do:

1. Call Brown’s office, ask him to sign AB249. Toll free number, 877-257-9661. No message machine, so call between 9-5, M-F and talk to staff to leave your message. Keep trying until you get through (and you can call more than once).

2. Make an official comment on Gov. Brown’s webform. Here’s how to do it; there are several steps to follow.

3. Sign the petition to Gov. Brown (sign this version, even if you have signed other petition versions in the past.)

4. Ask your spouse, friend, neighbor to call, comment, and sign petition too. Every call, signature, and comment helps!

Here is just one of many good articles in the press about AB249:

California bill takes aim at dark money in politics — will Jerry Brown sign it?

San Jose Mercury News, 10/1/2017