But most importantly, you'll be supporting the voices of voting constituents over the voices of cash constituents. Local governments have the highest approval rating of any level of government. Local governments and government officials can be valuable allies as we seek reform. Traditionally they have not made the issue a high priority and changing that would bring key bi-partisan forces to our aid. In the current political system, local governments play second fiddle to special interests when campaigns are special interest financed.
Resolutions are a way to draw local officials attention to the issue of money in politics.
Sample resolutions are available. We can get Big Money Out of Politics in Wisconsin if we can turn these poll results into concrete action. You can take the first step today by contacting your state representative and your state senator and expressing your concerns about the spiraling costs of elections. Urge them to support comprehensive reform. Then a presentation on how we return elections to the voters is what your organization needs.