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            <h1>Alberta Democracy Taskforce</h1>
            <p>Defending democracy against authoritarian overreach</p>
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            <h2>🚨 Democracy Under Attack in Alberta</h2>
            <p><strong>Bill 54 and the UCP's anti-democratic agenda threatens the fundamental rights of all Albertans.</strong> The Smith government is systematically dismantling democratic institutions, making it harder to vote, allowing big money to corrupt our politics, and centralizing power at the expense of local communities.</p>
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        <h1>Standing Up for Democratic Rights</h1>
        <p>The Alberta Democracy Taskforce is a coalition of citizens, workers, and organizations committed to defending and expanding democratic participation in Alberta. We believe that democracy belongs to the people, not to wealthy corporations and political elites. <a href="/getting-started/">New to the fight? Start here →</a></p>
        
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                <h3>❌ What They're Taking Away</h3>
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                    <li><strong>Vote counting integrity:</strong> Banning electronic tabulators that ensure accurate, efficient counts</li>
                    <li><strong>Voting accessibility:</strong> Eliminating vouching systems that help eligible voters cast ballots</li>
                    <li><strong>Democratic oversight:</strong> Weakening the Chief Electoral Officer's investigative powers</li>
                    <li><strong>Local autonomy:</strong> Allowing political parties in municipal elections</li>
                    <li><strong>Referendum thresholds:</strong> <a href="/archive/Danielle Smith lowers bar for Alberta referendum with separatism sentiment emerging/">Lowering the bar for separation referendums</a></li>
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                <p style="margin-top: 1rem;"><a href="/archive/Alberta bill seeks to reintroduce union, corporate contributions, ban tabulators and lower recall threshold/" class="md-button" style="background: #dc3545; color: white; text-decoration: none;">Read Edmonton Journal Coverage →</a></p>
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                <h3>💰 Big Money Returns</h3>
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                    <li><strong>Corporate donations:</strong> Letting wealthy corporations buy political influence</li>
                    <li><strong>Union restrictions:</strong> Undermining workers' collective political voice</li>
                    <li><strong>Higher spending limits:</strong> Giving advantages to well-funded candidates</li>
                    <li><strong>Weakened enforcement:</strong> Making it easier to break election finance rules</li>
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                <p style="margin-top: 1rem;"><a href="/archive/Why the UCP Is a Threat to Democracy/" class="md-button" style="background: #ffc107; color: #212529; text-decoration: none;">Read Expert Analysis →</a></p>
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                <h3>✊ Our Democratic Vision</h3>
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                    <li><strong>Expand voting access:</strong> Make it easier for all Albertans to vote</li>
                    <li><strong>Get money out of politics:</strong> Public financing and strict donation limits</li>
                    <li><strong>Strengthen oversight:</strong> Independent electoral administration</li>
                    <li><strong>Protect local democracy:</strong> Keep municipal elections non-partisan</li>
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        <h2>The UCP's Anti-Democratic Playbook</h2>
        <p>Bill 54 is not an isolated incident—it's part of a broader pattern of authoritarian governance that mirrors tactics used by right-wing movements across North America. <a href="/archive/Smiths Electoral Reforms Are Straight from Trumps Playbook/">Read expert analysis comparing these tactics to Trump's playbook</a>. The UCP is:</p>
        
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                <h4>Voter Suppression</h4>
                <p>Making it harder for working-class Albertans, Indigenous peoples, and marginalized communities to vote by eliminating vouching and creating barriers to ballot access. <a href="/archive/The Alberta government banned electronic vote tabulators. Municipalities want it to reconsider  CBC News/">Learn about the tabulator ban →</a></p>
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                <h4>Corporate Capture</h4>
                <p>Allowing corporate and union donations up to $5,000 annually while tilting the playing field toward wealthy interests through multiple coordinated donations from related corporate entities. <a href="/archive/Alberta overhauls election laws to allow corporate donations, change referendum thresholds  CBC News/">Read CBC's coverage →</a></p>
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                <h4>Centralization of Power</h4>
                <p>Undermining municipal autonomy and introducing partisan politics to local elections, making communities more vulnerable to top-down control. <a href="/archive/Alberta to make changes to bill proposing sweeping powers over municipalities   Globalnews.ca/">See municipal impact analysis →</a></p>
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                <h4>Weakening Oversight</h4>
                <p>Reducing the independence and investigative capacity of electoral officials, making it easier to break rules without consequences. <a href="/archive/Albertas chief electoral officer warns UCP proposed bill will hurt investigations - Globalnews.ca/">Read the Chief Electoral Officer's warning →</a></p>
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            <h2>How to Fight Back</h2>
            <p>Democracy is not a spectator sport. It requires active participation from all of us. Here's how you can help defend democratic rights in Alberta:</p>
            
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                    <h4>📚 Educate Yourself</h4>
                    <p>Read our <a href="/archive/">comprehensive archive</a> of articles and analysis about Bill 54 and the UCP's anti-democratic agenda. Start with our <a href="/bill-54-analysis/">detailed Bill 54 analysis</a> and check out the <a href="/faq/">frequently asked questions</a>.</p>
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                    <h4>📢 Spread the Word</h4>
                    <p>Share this information with friends, family, and community members. Many Albertans don't know what's happening to their democratic rights. Check our <a href="/resources/">resources page</a> for shareable materials and talking points.</p>
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                    <h4>✉️ Contact Representatives</h4>
                    <p>Call or write to your MLA, municipal councillors, and other elected officials. Demand they stand up for democratic principles. Visit our <a href="/getting-started/">getting started guide</a> for templates and contact information.</p>
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                    <h4>🤝 Join Organizations</h4>
                    <p>Connect with unions, community groups, Indigenous organizations, and civil society groups fighting for democratic rights.</p>
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            <h2>Standing in Solidarity</h2>
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                <li><strong>Indigenous Nations</strong> defending their treaty rights and sovereignty against separation rhetoric - <a href="/archive/Central Alberta First Nations slam Bill 54/">Read Treaty 6 Nations' opposition</a> and <a href="/archive/Cold Lake First Nations opposes Albertas proposed Bill 54/">Cold Lake First Nations' statement</a></li>
                <li><strong>Municipal leaders</strong> fighting to maintain local democratic control - <a href="/archive/May 2024 Alberta Municipalities said it hasnt been given chance to consult on changes to bill/">See Alberta Municipalities' concerns</a></li>
                <li><strong>Workers and unions</strong> seeking to maintain their political voice</li>
                <li><strong>Civil society organizations</strong> working to expand democratic participation</li>
                <li><strong>All Albertans</strong> who believe democracy should serve the people, not the powerful</li>
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            <h2>Explore Key Resources</h2>
            <p>Dive deeper into the evidence and analysis:</p>
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                    <p>Read in-depth analysis from democracy experts</p>
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                    <h4>📰 News Coverage</h4>
                    <p>See how major media outlets are covering Bill 54</p>
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                    <p>Read official government statements and releases</p>
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                    <h4>❓ Get Answers</h4>
                    <p>Find answers to common questions about Bill 54</p>
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            <h2>The Time to Act is Now</h2>
            <p>The UCP's assault on democracy didn't happen overnight, and it won't be stopped without sustained resistance. But history shows us that when ordinary people organize together, they can defeat even the most powerful interests.</p>
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