The U.S. Capitol Police on Wednesday arrested 85 demonstrators outside the Capitol Building, days after arresting 400 people in a similar protest.
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The demonstrations on Monday and Wednesday were part of a campaign called "Democracy Spring," which aims to call attention to what says is a corrupt campaign finance system.
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Some of the protesters marched the 150 miles to Washington from Philadelphia, organizers said.
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The campaign's demands include that Congress pass legislation that would strengthen voting rights and reduce the influence of money in politics.
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The protesters also want Congress to confirm a nominee to the Supreme Court who would "vote to uphold political equality."
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In a statement, the U.S. Capitol Police said most of those arrested on Monday and Wednesday would be charged with "crowding, obstructing, or incommoding."
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