Formation
Formation[edit]
Issue One was formed in October 2014 through the merger of two campaign finance reform organizations: Americans for Campaign Reform and Fund for the Republic.[5][6]
Americans for Campaign Reform, which was formed in 2003, had been focused on issues related to campaigns and elections, including pushing for public funding for federal and state elections.[7][8] Fund for the Republic, which was formed in 2012, aimed to remove the use of big money and dark money in American politics.[9][10] Issue One combined these initiatives.[11]
Organization[edit]
Activities[edit]
Issue One's stated mission is "fighting to protect U.S. elections, lessen political polarization, limit the influence of big money over politics, and improve the ability of Congress to solve problems."[12] The organization raises awareness about these issues,[13] advocates for legislation and federal action,[14][15] and produces research and analysis related to key issues.[16]