Government transparency

Yo Determining Factor is a nonpartisan space for real conversations about local power, policy, candidates, issues, and accountability. We help people understand the ballot, ask better questions, and stay engaged beyond Election Day.

We fight for an open, accountable government, affordability, and economic and environmental justice across Portland and Multnomah County. We support candidates and measures that empower residents over corporate lobbyists and billionaire interests. Our endorsements guide voters toward leaders who champion transparency, public safety net programs, and community-centered policies. Recommendations via portlandforall.org

We work to advance fairness, compassion, inclusivity, and a decent quality of life for all people across New Jersey. We support candidates who champion government that is transparent, accountable, and responsive to the needs and well-being of every community member. Recommendations via insidernj.com

Advocating for open, honest, respectful, and efficient governance, we strive to enhance transparency across government operations. Recommendations via bluevoterguide.org

Sacramento California based concerned citizens who believe in good governance, science and empathy. Feminists, LGBTQ+, immigrants and people who are in shock by all of this madness are welcome.

We believe that public service must remain a sacred trust rooted in integrity, accountability, and respect for the rule of law. Through The Politician's Creed, we endorse candidates dedicated to leading with honor, protecting the public trust, and putting people and communities ahead of special interests. Recommendations via theoathofoffice.org

We are dedicated to engaging citizens for a better democratic future. We fight to curb anonymous political spending, preserve nonpartisan courts, and protect Montana's citizen-led ballot initiative process to keep government accountable to the people. Recommendations via granitecountydemocrats.org

We amplify progressive voices and support candidates shaping transparent, accountable, and representative local government. Recommendations via bluevoterguide.org

We champion candidates dedicated to pro-liberty principles across Georgia. Our platform focuses on increasing affordability, promoting free-market solutions, enhancing government transparency, and removing barriers that make it harder for Georgians to work and thrive. Recommendations via lpgeorgia.com

We work to promote honest and transparent local government and raise awareness of local issues. We advocate for Democratic nominees at all electoral levels. Recommendations via bluevoterguide.org

We believe government accountability and transparency are strengthened when voters have clear information about candidates' governing and judicial philosophies. We oppose measures that weaken Montana's Constitution, silence local businesses, or allow activist judges to hide behind nonpartisan labels. Recommendations via gallatinrepublicans.com

We support principles fundamental to our democracy, including a free press, an independent judiciary, and fair elections. We put people above profits and believe in the common good and an open, transparent government. Recommendations via bluevoterguide.org

We honor the values of the Constitution and ask whether elected officials are working for the people or for themselves. We support candidates committed to fiscal responsibility, transparency, and tax relief for working families. Recommendations via plymouthrepublicans.com

We are dedicated to working toward a better Camillus through responsible local governance, fiscal discipline, and community service. We support candidates who focus on managing taxpayer resources efficiently, preserving infrastructure, and ensuring town government remains transparent and responsive to residents. Recommendations via camillusrepublicans.com

We work to promote transparency in the Massachusetts State House and advocate for the progressive policy working people need. Recommendations via bluevoterguide.org

We are independent citizen journalists using public records, campaign finance filings, and city documents to cover Encinitas politics. Every election the most important details are hidden in the paperwork nobody reads, so we read it to expose who funds local campaigns and where officials truly stand. Recommendations via fearandloathinginencinitas.substack.com

We work to elevate South Carolina voices, provide trustworthy information about key political issues, and help empathy-driven citizens mobilize and thrive. We endorse candidates who fight to address systemic inequality, strengthen government transparency, and protect our communities against corporate and authoritarian forces. Recommendations via indivisibleupstatesc.org

Recent issues, especially those involving data center development, have disregarded concerns of Spartanburg county residents. This group seeks to bring concerned residents together to review ballots and make informed choices to support candidates who will work for constituents, not just corporations. We will strive to seek common ground on urgent local issues while recognizing our individual differences of perspective.

We are dedicated to demanding accountability, financial fairness, and transparency from local government and major corporate interests. We stand up against outside political influence and back candidates who will ensure taxpayers receive their fair return. Recommendations via sfchronicle.com

It's too easy to pretend like politics is somehow separate from real life. Every single choice you make in your daily life is related to politics on some level! Let's band together and get active. 💪