Friend,
Throughout my career in politics, I’ve watched as the malign influence of “dark money” has grown stronger and stronger. This corrupt practice of campaigns hiding where their funding comes from is strongly opposed by the American public -- whatever their politics.
Across the country, Democrats, Republicans, and Independents alike strongly believe they should have a right to know who is funding political campaign ads. That’s why I’m reaching out to you today -- to ask for your support for a critical effort to restore transparency and accountability to our political system.
To take action on this issue, I’ve co-sponsored a vital piece of legislation in the Senate called the Disclose Act. If passed, it would expose the dark money that influences our elections, ensuring that every American is aware of the sources behind political spending. Here’s exactly what it would accomplish:
- Prohibit domestic companies with significant foreign control, ownership, or direction from spending money in U.S. elections.
- Create a "stand by your ad" provision, requiring leaders of corporations, unions, and other organizations to take responsibility for political ads by including a disclaimer in the ad.
- Crack down on the use of shell corporations to hide the identity of donors by requiring companies spending money in elections to disclose their true owners.
The success of this legislation is crucial to the health of our democracy. By shedding light on the sources of political spending, we can empower voters to make informed decisions and hold our elected representatives accountable.
That's where you come in. I need your help to demonstrate strong public support for the Disclose Act. Please take a moment to sign my petition urging my colleagues in Congress to pass this vital legislation.
Your signature will send a powerful message that Americans are ready to reclaim our democracy and demand transparency in political spending. Once you've signed, please share the petition with your friends, family, and colleagues, encouraging them to join our fight for a more open and accountable government.
Together, we can ensure that the voices of everyday Americans are not drowned out by the influence of undisclosed money in politics. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the cause of democracy.
Tim Kaine
Paid for by Kaine for Virginia
Kaine for Virginia
P.O. Box 239
Alexandria, VA 22313
United States
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