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In The News: Diluting the power of big money
February 3, 2016
THOSE OF US who cherish the First Amendment often argue that the best antidote to offensive speech is not a ban or regulation, but simply more speech. A similar logic supports a bill in Congress that would rebalance the grotesque influence of big money in political campaigns by giving a louder voice to small donors. “We’re not restricting anyone’s speech,” said US Representative John Sarbanes of Maryland, sponsor of the bill. ‘‘We’re adding speech.”
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Happy Anniversary AFL-CIO
December 2, 2015
Please join me in celebrating everything the AFL-CIO has done and continues to do for working families. You can sign their 65th Anniversary card today by clicking here: www.JohnSarbanes.com/AFLCIO65
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We Need Praisner
October 9, 2015
Click here to read my statemnet on why I am strongly opposed the decision by the Montgomery County Board of Elections to close the Marilyn J. Praisner early voting location.
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Secretary Clinton’s Proposal to Fight Big Money in Politics
September 9, 2015
Eariler this week Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton released a Proposal to Restore Integrity to American Elections. Secretary Clinton’s effort to fight big money in politics is a robust and comprehensive policy proposal that will put our democracy back into the hands of everyday Americans. By amplifying the power of small donations and enabling every American to have a voice in our government, we can curb the undue influence of big money in politics and return to a government of, by and for the people. I applaud the Secretary’s commitment to this issue and believe there’s no better candidate to advance reforms that strengthen our democracy.
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The Sarbanes Signal Episode 1
July 23, 2015
Listen to the first episode of The Sarbanes Signal. To learn more about the show and sign up for alerts click here.
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The Intercept's Series On HR 20
July 16, 2015
Recently The Intercept's Jon Schwarz did a series of articles focusing on The Government By People Act.
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HuffPost Live Interview with Alyona Minkovski
July 14, 2015
I was recently on HuffPost Live's Political Junkies dicussing money in politics and the Government By the People Act (HR 20).
Click below to watch the interview.
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We the Podcast: Money in Politics
July 14, 2015
I recently got a chance to talk about money in politics on Rep Keith Ellison's We the Podcast. Be sure to give it a listen (just 10 mins long) and let me know what you think!
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John Sarbanes Endorses Hillary Clinton for President
July 13, 2015
Throughout her career in public life, Hillary Clinton has focused on the struggle of working families, with a special commitment to issues affecting women and children. I believe that she will fight for everyday citizens when it comes to education, health care, the environment and civil rights, that she will lift up small businesses struggling on main street and that she will bring forceful leadership to the international stage. There is no one more qualified to serve as our 45th President and I am pleased to endorse her candidacy.
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Supreme Court’s Marriage Equality Ruling
June 26, 2015
Today the Supreme Court made history by ruling that same-sex couples will now have their marriages recognized in every state. I am extremely proud of the progress we have made as a nation on this important issue. Our founders wrote that all people are created equal and now every American is able to marry the person they love.
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What's the PAC footprint in DC?
June 15, 2015
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That's right I was the only member in the whole country who took no money from PACs. The problem is I still have to raise dollars for my campaign. So if I’m giving up the PAC money, I need your help!
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Civic Works: East Eager Street in Baltimore
June 15, 2015
On Friday my campaign volunteered with a Civic Works community lot project on East Eager Street in Baltimore. These types of projects are great ways to serve the community.
You can learn more about how to get involved with Civic Works here: www.civicworks.com/volunteer
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A message from Congressman Sarbanes
June 12, 2015
"After giving careful consideration to the open race for Senate, I have decided to pursue re-election to my seat in the House of Representatives. Maryland’s Third Congressional District is home to many wonderful communities and I look forward to continuing my service on their behalf. (click here to read my full statement)
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An interview with the Washington Monthly
June 11, 2015
I recently spoke with the editor in chief of the Washington Monthly about The Government By the People Act.
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Washington Post: How Democrats can make voters care about big money in politics
June 4, 2015
Greg Sargent recently had a piece in The Washington Post, about my campaign finance reform efforts.
Read his entire article here.
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New York Times: Poll Shows Americans Favor an Overhaul of Campaign Financing
June 2, 2015
The New York Times recently reported on a new poll which shows that Americans want campaign finance reform.
Read the entire article here.
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Greater Baltimore Wilderness Coalition
June 2, 2015
The Conservation Fund recently covered a new effort launched by myself and Mayor Stephanie Rawlings Blake to help increase green spaces in the region. Read the entire article here.
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NH Register: How to fight back against big money in politics
April 25, 2015
I recently wrote an article with Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro which explains the importance of passing The Government By the People Act (HR 20). Read the entire piece here.
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John Sarbanes Endorses Jamie Raskin for the 8th Congressional District
April 21, 2015
Jamie Raskin is a close friend whom I have been privileged to know since we met in law school nearly thirty years ago. He is a person of absolute integrity and brilliant creativity, who has distinguished himself in academia and as a member of the Maryland General Assembly. No one is better qualified to represent the residents of the 8th Congressional District and I am thrilled at his decision to enter the race.
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Baltimore Sun: Restoring people's faith in government
April 17, 2015
I recently had a piece in The Baltimore Sun, about how a small-donor matching system could fight back against Big Money in politics. Read the entire piece here.