Issue One
Issue One is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting American democracy through policy reform and grassroots action. They actively engage in advocacy, civic education, and organizing efforts to promote transparency, ethics, voting rights, and election security.
Headquarters
Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
Company Size
11-50 employees
Founded
2012
Issue One is a nonpartisan, Washington, D.C.–based reform organization focused on strengthening American democracy by reducing the influence of money in politics, combating corruption, and improving transparency and ethics in government. The group produces research and policy proposals, leads advocacy campaigns, and builds coalitions of civic leaders and former elected officials to push for reforms like stronger campaign‑finance rules, independent redistricting, and better congressional ethics enforcement. Issue One also runs public‑facing initiatives, provides data and reporting to journalists and policymakers, and conducts legislative outreach to advance bipartisan reform at the federal and state levels. It is known for convening former officials through its ReFormers Caucus and for helping translate research into practical policy action.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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