Dear friend,

At CREW, we believe that government, when checked appropriately, can offer protections and liberties that create a sense of security and well-being in our lives.

For 15 years, we’ve leveraged our research and legal expertise to fight corruption and the powerful influence of money in politics. But right now, the stakes are higher still; we’re facing an unprecedented ethics crisis that’s flowing straight from the White House.

Because you’re a new follower, I wanted to share how we’re fighting back — and how your support keeps our efforts driving forward. Here at CREW, we foster a government that is ethical and transparent by utilizing:

Legal actions. Since President Trump's inauguration, CREW has filed nearly 300 legal actions to combat corruption and abuses of power, and we will not slow down while our democracy remains in crisis.
Research and investigations. Our in-depth research traces the flow of money in politics, identifies ethics and legal violations, and explains how special interests try to influence policy decisions. Our groundbreaking Shadow Governors report, for example, is the first-ever investigation into the influence of “shadow governance” groups that support the agendas of governors without having to disclose their donors across all 50 states. You can dig deeper into our blog here or send us a tip here.
Smart policy. We also work outside the courtroom: our research and communications teams advance ethics and transparency by crafting and promoting smart anti-corruption policy at the federal and state level. See how here.

Friend, fighting back against this unethical administration continues to be an uphill battle, but knowing you are by our side gives us the drive we need to expose and bring justice to those who threaten the foundation of this great nation.

Thank you for standing with us. We look forward to your ongoing involvement and support.

Sincerely,

Noah Bookbinder
Executive Director, CREW