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Pamela, Postal Service officials are reporting that if Congress doesn't act soon, they could go completely bankrupt by 2027. [1] And this announcement comes as Trump is lying about vote by mail [2] and the USPS implemented operational procedures that would change rules for postmarking. [3] When things change at the last minute, Election Protection volunteers fill a crucial gap. So while Common Cause is demanding Congress fully fund our Postal Service, we're also scaling up our volunteer program for 2026 to make sure voters don't fall through the cracks – read on for more details. Pamela, We want to tell you about one of the most powerful things you can do to protect our democracy: sponsor an Election Protection volunteer. Trump and his MAGA allies have made it clear that their path back to power depends on suppressing votes. They're pushing new restrictions, spreading lies about our elections, and even threatening to station ICE at polling places. Our Election Protection program is facing greater threats than ever before — but we already know how to fight back. Each election cycle, Common Cause trains tens of thousands of volunteers to serve as nonpartisan helpers at polling places. They answer questions, help voters overcome barriers, and ensure every ballot is cast and counted. It costs about $50 to train and deploy one volunteer from early voting through Election Day. Your gift today will help sponsor volunteers in key states — people who will make the difference between having a voice and going home in frustration. If you're ready to step into our collective power, will you sponsor a volunteer today? Make your first tax-deducitble donation to Common Cause and sponsor a volunteer → If you've saved your info with ActBlue, we'll process your contribution instantly: CHIP IN $5 CHIP IN $10 CHIP IN $20 CHIP IN $35 CHIP IN $50 CHIP IN $100 CHIP IN OTHER AMOUNT Together, we can make sure every eligible voter — no matter where they live or who they vote for — can make their voice heard. The team at Common Cause [1] https://www.npr.org/2026/03/17/nx-s1-5750419/usps-running-out-of-money-postal-service-david-steiner [2] https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/trump-save-america-act-congress-state-of-union-address/ [3] https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/31/politics/usps-postmark-rule-change-mail-in-ballots Common Cause is a leader in fights that matter at the local, state, and national level. Your support helps us fight special interests, hold elected officials accountable, and build a better democracy for all Americans. DONATE Interested in volunteering with our Action Team? Sign up here. 805 15th Street, NW, Suite 800 Washington, DC 20005 202.833.1200 https://commoncause.org Common Cause's work to defend and strengthen our democracy is powered by members like you. You can use this link to unsubscribe or let us know you'd like to receive fewer emails from us.

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