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Policymakers should establish and enforce uniform standards to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process.

Devote adequate resources—the nation should devote sufficient resources to ensure access to benefits and adequate benefit levels for all who qu

Federal, state, and local governments should maintain substantial penalties for violations of campaign finance laws.

Policymakers should expand disclosure requirements for all funds spent on elections or ballot initiatives.

Policymakers should explore new, more consumer-centered systems for providing low-income assistance.

Promote transparency—proper accountability and oversight of government spending requires a transparent budget process negotiated by elected off

Policymakers should enact and update public financing systems for elections. This includes increasing matching funds, particularly for small donations.

Government budgets reflect the priorities of policymakers.

Policymakers should encourage and promote maximum participation in the electoral process.

The federal government should require state CSBG and SSBG officials to consult with state and local agencies and organizations representi